Which statement best describes how representative democracy relates to direct democracy?
a. In a representative democracy, a smaller group of people make decisions than in a direct democracy.
b. In a direct democracy, there is more concern for political equality and fairness than in a representative democracy.
c. In a direct democracy, traditional procedures play a more important role than they do in a representative democracy.
d. In a representative democracy, rational-legal legitimacy and the rule of law are stronger than in a direct democracy.
Correct Answer: a
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