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Question 40 • 2025-2026_MDCPS_2109010-M/J World History Sem 2-CR

Which statement best describes how a republic functions?

Answer
A
Citizens elect representatives to govern.
B
A king governs a group of people directly.
C
A select number of elites govern as a group.
D
Citizens vote directly on the laws that govern them.

Explanation

In a republic, citizens choose representatives who make decisions and govern on their behalf. This differs from a monarchy, where a king rules, and a direct democracy, where citizens vote on laws themselves. Therefore, “Citizens elect representatives to govern” is the best description.

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