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What is the form of government of the United States?

Accepted Answers

  • • Republic
  • • Constitution-based federal republic
  • • Representative democracy

Why This Matters

The United States is a republic, meaning citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf. It's also a federal system where power is shared between national and state governments.

Memory Tip

Think 'Republic = Representatives.' We elect people to represent us.

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Principles of American Government(American Government)

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