America's democracy is characterized by
A. greater than 90 percent participation by the citizenry in elections.
B. majority rule and protections for minority rights.
C. absolute equality amongst all citizens.
D. absolute power being exercised by a single person.
E. None of these answers is correct.
Answer: B. majority rule and protections for minority rights.
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