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Constitution Fundamentals

Question 6 • FL-2106010-M/J Civics

Under the rule of law set forth in the Unites States Constitution, all of the following are true EXCEPT:

Answer
A
No person is above the rule of law.
B
Corrupt behavior by leaders is often accepted.
C
Laws are stable in that they apply to everyone and are known by everyone.
D
No one, regardless of their power, can go around or subvert the law.

Explanation

The rule of law means that everyone, including government leaders, is subject to the law. Laws should apply equally and leaders cannot lawfully bypass or subvert them. Therefore, the statement that corrupt behavior by leaders is often accepted is not true of the rule of law; the best answer is “Corrupt behavior by leaders is often accepted.”

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