GCECivic EducationConstitution and Government2022

A written constitution is generally preferred over an unwritten one because it

Aallows the government to change laws more easily
Bprovides a clear, authoritative, and accessible reference for the rights of citizens and limits of government powerCORRECT
Cis more flexible and adaptable to changing social conditions
Dconcentrates governmental authority in a single document controlled by the executive
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A written constitution consolidates the fundamental laws of the state in a single authoritative document, making it easier for citizens to know their rights and for institutions to understand the limits of their powers. This clarity reduces ambiguity and arbitrary governance. An unwritten constitution, while flexible, relies on conventions, statutes, and judicial decisions scattered across various sources, which can be less accessible.
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