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What is the main difference between a pure democracy and a republic?
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In a republic, people vote directly on laws, but in a democracy, people elect representatives who make laws.
In a republic, people vote directly on laws, but in a democracy, people elect representatives who make laws.

In a democracy, people vote directly on laws, but in a republic, people elect representatives who make laws.
In a democracy, people vote directly on laws, but in a republic, people elect representatives who make laws.

In a republic, people have no representation, but in a democracy, people have representatives who act for them.

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The main difference between a pure democracy and a republic is best captured by the following statement:

**In a democracy, people vote directly on laws, but in a republic, people elect representatives who make laws.**

This distinction highlights that a pure democracy involves direct decision-making by the populace, while a republic emphasizes the role of elected representatives in the legislative process.
Which is an example of a democratic republic?
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Iran
Iran

Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia

United States

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