Why are educated citizens crucial to the success of a democratic republic?

A. Because a college degree is required in order to vote in elections. If people are not
educated, they are not allowed to vote and cannot participate in government.

B. A democratic republic is based on the will of the people. If the people are not educated, they will not make good choices when electing representatives and participating in the
government.

C. The government consults with schools to recruit students they think will make good leaders. If students are not educated, there are no future leaders to choose and the system will eventually collapse.