Which statement explains why rational-legal legitimacy alone is usually not sufficient to sustain a liberal democracy?
a. The ongoing process of representation is highly demanding.
b. Rational-legal regimes generally have large and unresponsive bureaucracies.
c. Charismatic leaders tend to represent the people's interests better than rational leaders.
d. Liberal democracies are often too large to extend legal control to every corner of their territory.
Correct Answer: a
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