The Distinguishing Feature of Democracy Is

question 113

Multiple Choice

The distinguishing feature of democracy is

• A)that government derives its authority from its citizens.
• B)the fact that so many government officials face popular elections.
• C)the concentration of governmental authority in the hands of a few individuals.
• D)the protection of a nation from foreign threats.
• E)a commitment to a written constitution that cannot be changed.

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