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Which quotation from the preamble to the Declaration of Independence support the idea that the United States is based on a social contract?

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Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.”

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The quotation from the "Preamble to the Declaration of Independence" that supports the idea that the United States is based on a social contract is, "Governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed". Hope this answer helps.
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