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Which act could be considered an acceptance of the social contract?
paying the electric bill in exchange for using electricity
viewing commercials in exchange for watching network news broadcasts
observing traffic laws in exchange for driving on the highway
paying the water bill in exchange for taking a shower
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Observing traffic laws in exchange for driving on the highway.
That choice illustrates the social contract: individuals accept legal obligations (obey laws) in return for the benefits and protections provided by society (safe, regulated use of public roads). The others are private market exchanges between a consumer and a company.
That choice illustrates the social contract: individuals accept legal obligations (obey laws) in return for the benefits and protections provided by society (safe, regulated use of public roads). The others are private market exchanges between a consumer and a company.
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