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How does the Constitution reflect the principle of popular sovereignty? (1 point)

1. by limiting the amount of power of the people
2. by placing protections on the civil rights of the nation's citizens
3. by implementing safeguards against the abuse of power
4. by allowing the people to choose their representatives (by voting)

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  1. by allowing the people to choose their representatives (by voting)

Popular sovereignty is the principle that the authority of the government is created and sustained by the consent of its people, primarily through their ability to vote and choose their representatives.