Question

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how does the principle of limited government protect individual rights in the united states?
o it restricts government power to prevent abuse
o it ensures that all laws are passed by the president
o it gives the government control over religious practices.
o it allows elected officials to make decisions without oversight

Explanation:

Limited government restricts government power to prevent it from over - reaching and abusing the rights of individuals. Laws are not all passed by the president (legislative power is mainly in Congress), the government does not control religious practices (due to separation of church and state), and elected officials are subject to oversight.

Answer:

It restricts government power to prevent abuse.