Which of the following statements concerning the Persian kings is false?
A) As he was considered a god, the king held the power of life and death over all subjects.
B) The Great Kings tended to become greedy and hoard their treasuries.
C) Events like the "king's dinner" were meant to demonstrate the luxurious power of the king.
D) The king's palace demonstrated the international flavor and wealth of the empire.
E) The Persian kings were relatively tolerant in matters of religion.
A
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