Which aspect of english government traditions did notinfluence leaders in the united states?

The correct answer is A) An increase in centrally held power.

When the United States declared their independence from Great Britain, the last thing they wanted was another strong central government. One of the most significant reasons why they broke away from Britain was due to the power of King George III and his poor decision making. This is is why in the Articles of Confederation (the first US Constitution) the US creates a very small central government.

social contract theory, nearly as old as philosophy itself, is the view that persons' moral and/or political obligations are dependent upon a contract or agreement among them to form the society in which they live

declare war, appoint military officers, sign treaties, make alliances