Question

The Declaration of Independence states that governmental powers come from the "consent of the governed." What does this mean in the U.S. system of government?

A.
The power of the government outweighs the power of the people.
B.
The government is completely controlled by a monarch.
C.
The government can force the people to do whatever it commands.
D.
The government receives its authority to act from the people.

Answer 1

the government recieves its authority from the people