The political structures of chiefdoms differ from those of tribes because in a chiefdom:

a. leadership is vested in an institutionalized office that exists independently of a particular person
b. the central leadership position is inherited or passed down within a single ruling family
c. tribal leaders maintain absolute authority, usually enforced by physical intimidation
d. political power derives mostly from personal qualities, such as intelligence or skill


Answer: a. leadership is vested in an institutionalized office that exists independently of a particular person

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