Question

the president doesnt like the idea of a national health care plan, but she supports the plan because most citizens prefer it. which constitutional principle does this scenario best illustrate?

a. checks and balances

b. limited government

c. federalism

d. popular sovereignty

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A (Checks and balances) involves different branches of government checking each other, which is not shown here.
• Option B (Limited government) refers to government power being restricted by law, not relevant to citizen preference influencing the president's decision.
• Option C (Federalism) is about the division of power between national and state governments, not related to this scenario.
• Option D (Popular sovereignty) is the principle that the government's power comes from the consent of the governed (citizens). The president supports the plan because most citizens prefer it, which aligns with popular sovereignty.

Answer:

D. Popular sovereignty