Which statement best describes the relationship between the rule of law and
democratic forms of government?
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a. the rule of law requires democracies to establish written
constitutions as the basis of all laws.
b. the rule of law is essential to prevent elected leaders from
abusing their power.
c. the rule of law preserves elements of direct democracy in
representative governments.
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d. the rule of law prevents democracies from growing too large to be
efficiently governed.