Question

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o person shall... be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law.\ which principle is emphasized in this excerpt from the 5th amendment? a individual rights b limited government c federalism d checks and balances

Explanation:

The excerpt from the 5th Amendment protects individuals from being deprived of life, liberty, or property without legal process, which directly safeguards personal freedoms and entitlements. This focus on protecting personal freedoms aligns with the principle of individual rights. Limited government refers to restricting government power (though related, the excerpt centers on individual protections), federalism is about power division between levels of government, and checks and balances involve branch oversight—neither of which matches the excerpt's focus.

Answer:

A. Individual Rights