In which of the following forms of political organization is it most likely that the most important leaders will acquire their positions based upon personal background or ability, rather than heredity?

A. imagined communities
B. chiefdoms
C. feudal states
D. agrarian, preindustrial states
E. tribal societies


Answer: E

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