Which of the following best describes the purpose of government?(2 points)

Question

Responses

to ensure everyone has a job
to ensure everyone has a job

to determine the boundaries between countries
to determine the boundaries between countries

to maintain law and order in a country
to maintain law and order in a country

to make trade deals with other countries
to make trade deals with other countries

Answer 1

The response that best describes the purpose of government is "to maintain law and order in a country."

While the other options outline some functions of government, maintaining law and order is a fundamental purpose of government, ensuring the safety and security of its citizens.