Answer The Seventh Amendment of the U.S Constitution allows for application of the principle of representative democracy. Explanation A representative democracy is a governing system in a country that allows its citizens to vote for those representing them in congress for passing laws. This system works where there is: equal opportunity during competition that select leaders, free communication and a strong belief by voters in choosing candidates. The foundations of representative democracy are equal chances to vote, citizen inclusion, agenda controlled by citizens and effective participation of citizens.