Which of the following describe the rule of law? Select all that apply.

(1 point)
Responses

The president is the ultimate authority.

The law is the ultimate authority.

The Supreme Court can strike down laws if they violate the Constitution.

Government officials can break the law if they have a good reason.

Citizens can be unfairly punished if they break too many laws.

1 answer

The following statements describe the rule of law:

  • The law is the ultimate authority.
  • The Supreme Court can strike down laws if they violate the Constitution.

The other statements do not accurately represent the principle of the rule of law.