According to social contract theory, government requires a contractual agreement among citizens because ______.

A. it is harder for the propertied classes to dominate
B. lawyers control government through specialization and credentials
C. it is the easiest way to create a government and prevent anarchy and subsequent dictatorships
D. citizens are free and self-interested individuals who require a contract to regulate their collective lives


Answer: D. citizens are free and self-interested individuals who require a contract to regulate their collective lives

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