How is a direct democracy different from a representative democracy? (1 point) Responses Direct democracies empower citizens directly to make laws. Direct democracies empower citizens directly to make laws. In a direct democracy, the House of Representatives does not exist. In a direct democracy, the House of Representatives does not exist. In a representative democracy, representatives vote themselves into office. In a representative democracy, representatives vote themselves into office. Representative democracies are more efficient.

Representative democracies have elected officials who make decisions on behalf of the citizens. Direct democracies involve citizens directly participating in decision-making and voting on laws and policies.