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According to the Declaration of Independence, what are the three most basic rights?

A.
freedom of speech, assembly, and religion
B.
the right to vote, to bear arms, and to remain silent
C.
life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
D.
life, liberty, and property

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Answer:

C. life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

Step-by-step explanation:

Thomas Jefferson was inspired by John Locke who said life, liberty, and property, but he decided to change the last one to the pursuit of happiness.

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