In a representative government, citizens exercise their political power 

A.

directly

B.

indirectly

C.

in reverence for the political system

D.

under undue political pressure

Correct answer is B

In a representative government, citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf. These elected representatives then formulate and implement policies, laws, and decisions. The process of citizens choosing representatives is an indirect way for the public to exercise political power within the system.