Asked by dk

Which of the following best explains how governmental authority is limited by popular sovereignty?(1 point)
Responses

Governmental authority is subject to veto of the people.
Governmental authority is subject to veto of the people.

Governmental authority is limited by congressional decree.
Governmental authority is limited by congressional decree.

Governmental authority is limited by the consent of the people.
Governmental authority is limited by the consent of the people.

Governmental authority cannot enforce laws without consent.
Governmental authority cannot enforce laws without consent.

All Answers 1

Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Governmental authority is limited by the consent of the people.

Explanation: Popular sovereignty means governmental power originates from and is legitimate only with the people's consent. The other options (veto by the people, congressional decree, inability to enforce laws without consent) are either too narrow or incorrect.