The Framers of the Constitution believed that democracy
A. is the ideal form of government.
B. is not an ideal form of government, but better than any alternative.
C. is likely to lead to bad decisions.
D. is likely to lead to decisions based on sound reasoning and logic.
E. cannot exist in America as long as some people are slaves.
Answer: C
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