Read the paragraphs about the social contract theory. cite evidence from the declaration of independence that shows that the signers believed in this theory.

The evidence found in the Declaration of Independence: "That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government,” 

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d) eastern business owners and former federalists