Many of the Founders believed that government legitimacy is derived from __________, which holds that governments exist based on the consent of the governed

a. an implied right
b. a social contract
c. a divine right
d. presidential appointment


Answer: b

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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