Question

He mayor and city council have a secret meeting to pass a law requiring citizens to pay a special tax for new sewer lines.

Which characteristic of rule of law was violated in this situation? (3 points)

Group of answer choices

Accountability to the law

Transparency of institutions

Decisions based on the law

Consistent application

Answer 1

Answer: Transparency of institutions

Explanation: they have to let people know the law before they enforce it, so that people don't break it