Question

question 18 of 20
_____ is power that is recognized as legitimate.

a. authority

b. sovereignty

c. the will of the people

d. absolute rule

Explanation:

Authority is defined as power that is accepted as legitimate by those subject to it. Sovereignty refers to a state's supreme power, "the will of the people" is a concept in democracy, and absolute rule is unrestricted power without inherent legitimacy recognition—none match the definition as closely as authority.

Answer:

A. Authority