Question

Which of the following are features of a direct democracy? A. In a direct democracy there are senators and representatives. B. In a direct democracy there are primary and general elections. C. In a direct democracy there are initiatives and referendums. D. In a direct democracy liberty and equality are guaranteed.

Answer 1

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I believe the correct answer is C. Because the common characteristic of these mechanisms is that they all place more power directly in the hands of voters, as opposed to elected representatives. Direct democracy is therefore often seen as conflicting with representative democracy, in which voters elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.