Question 19
POST_UTME_BOWEN_UNIVERSITY
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2025
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GOVERNMENT
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objective
What is the main difference between a direct democracy and a representative democracy?
Answer Options
Correct Answer
A.
In a direct democracy, citizens vote directly on laws and policies, while in a representative democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf
B.
In a direct democracy, citizens have the power to impeach the president, while in a representative democracy, the president serves for life
C.
In a direct democracy, the head of government is elected by the people, while in a representative democracy, the head of government is appointed by the monarch
D.
In a direct democracy, the legislative branch has the power to declare war, while in a representative democracy, the executive branch has this power
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
In a direct democracy, citizens vote directly on laws and policies, while in a representative democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf
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Post Utme Bowen University
2025
Government
Question 19.
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2025
Post Utme Bowen University
Government
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