Government Functions and Responsibilities

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Economic Decisions (E)

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The government makes economic decisions by making rules for how things are bought, sold, and how taxes are paid.

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Maintain Social Order (S)

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The government maintains social order by protecting citizens from other citizens.

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Provide Public Service (P)

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The government provides social services when it does something for citizens that they could not do for themselves.

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Provide National Security (N)

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The government's responsibility to make sure that citizens are protected in times of war and peace.

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Protect Individual Rights (I)

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The Constitution specifically states the individual rights the government must respect