according to thomas hobbes concept of the social contract, what do people exchange for the protection by the government?

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Reynaldo Kirby

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5 September, 07:45

according to thomas hobbes concept of the social contract, what do people exchange for the protection by the government?

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Alan · Answer 1

Explanation: A.) Hobbes believed people exchange voting rights for government protection. B.) Hobbes believed people exchange many personal freedoms for personal protection.

C.) Hobbes didn't believe in government protection.

D.) Hobbes believed people exchange money for government protection.

The answer is B.) Hobbes believed people exchange many personal freedoms for personal protection.

Heidi · Answer 2

According to Thomas Hobbes individuals ceded some of their individual rights - natural freedom - for the security that a government would cause. This created the State, an entity that would protect them by creating laws to regulate social interactions.