The option that best describes the purpose of government is "to maintain law and order in a country." While trade deals, employment, and determining borders are also functions governments may engage in, the primary purpose of government is to establish and enforce laws to maintain order and ensure the safety and rights of its citizens.
Which of the following best describes the purpose of government?
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to make trade deals with other countries
to make trade deals with other countries
to maintain law and order in a country
to maintain law and order in a country
to ensure everyone has a job
to ensure everyone has a job
to determine the boundaries between countries
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