Question

which of the following is the best example of the principle of consent of the governed?
elections
judicial review
government officials passing laws
national defense spending

Explanation:

The principle of "consent of the governed" means the government's authority comes from the people's agreement. Elections are when citizens vote to choose representatives or leaders, directly showing their consent in governing. Judicial review checks law constitutionality, officials passing laws is lawmaking, and national defense spending is about security—these don't reflect consent as directly as elections.

Answer:

A. elections