What was the major difference between absolutism in Prussia and France?
A) Prussia had an elective monarchy; French monarchs inherited the throne.
B) Prussian absolutism included a partnership between the king and the nobility; French absolutism did not.
C) French absolutism relied on a powerful army; Prussia was a less militarized state.
D) Prussia promoted economic development; France did not.
Answer: B
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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