Question

hobbes and the need for government power
the only way to erect such a common power, as may be able to defend them from . . . the injuries of one another, and thereby to secure them in such sort, as that by their owne industrie, and by the fruites of the earth, they may nourish themselves and live contentedly; is, to conferre all their power and strength upon one man, or upon one assembly of men, that may reduce all their wills, by plurality of voices, unto one will.
in this passage, hobbes discusses the nature of the government that people create with their social contract. according to hobbes, this government should
○ be as small and limited as possible.
○ protect peoples happiness.
○ be elected by the people.
○ be completely powerful.

Explanation:

Hobbes' passage states people must give all their power/strength to a single ruler or assembly to unify their wills, creating an absolute, all-powerful government to protect them and let them live contentedly. The other options contradict his theory: he did not advocate limited government, focus on "happiness" as the core goal, or require elected leadership.

Answer:

be completely powerful.