The mayflower compact was named after

a. the boat on which the pilgrims sailed to new england.
b. the boat on which the puritans sailed to new england.
c. the town in holland from which the pilgrims sailed.
d. the town in holland from which the puritans sailed.

the answer to your question is a because laws act as guidelines as to what is accepted in society. without it there would be conflicts between social groups and communities. it serves as a norm of conduct for citizens.

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