Which of the following explains how a republic's constitution can affect the rights of its citizens? (1 point)

• Constitutions protect the rights of all citizens.
O Constitutions do not affect citizens' rights, as they only address the specific powers given to a republican form of government.
• Constitutions only protect the rights of elected officials.
• Constitutions only protect the rights of the majority of citizens.

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The most accurate statement would be: "Constitutions protect the rights of all citizens."

A constitution in a republic typically outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms of all citizens, serving as a safeguard against government overreach and ensuring that individual rights are recognized and protected.