Which civic principle could help address the problem?

• A. Random chance
• B. Anarchy
• C. Rule of law
• D. Chaos

Answer: (C)

Problems in a community are best addressed when there is a predictable, fair framework of rules that everyone follows. The rule of law means laws are created publicly, apply equally to all, and are enforced by legitimate institutions. This gives people and government a clear set of expectations, protects rights, and provides a fair process for solving disputes, which helps prevent power from being used arbitrarily. If we relied on random chance, outcomes would be unpredictable and unfair. Anarchy would leave no authority to enforce rules or protect rights, and chaos means disorder with no stable system to guide decisions. Together, the rule of law offers the structured approach needed to address civic problems in a legitimate way.