SELECT ALL THAT APPLY.Which of the following are elements of the "minimal definition" of democracy?
A)a separation of powers among branches of government
B)citizens' guaranteed right of association
C)a government that can be changed through elections
D)citizens' guaranteed right of expression

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The minimal definition of democracy includes the right of citizens to associate, express themselves freely, and change their government through elections. The separation of powers among branches of government is desirable for democracy, but not necessarily part of the minimal definition. Therefore, the best choices are B, C, and D.