Which of John Locke's ideas formed the basis of the Declaration of Independence?
A) liberty, equality, and fraternity
B) laissez-faire
C) a social contract binding both ruler and ruled
D) universal suffrage

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John Locke's concept of a social contract binding both ruler and ruled directly influenced the foundational ideas of the Declaration of Independence, emphasizing the importance of mutual obligations and the consent of the governed.

Which of John Locke's Ideas Formed the Basis of the Declaration