Which of the following is true of the U.S. government's primary functions?

A. The government cannot employ or allow the use of force in enforcing its decisions.
B. The government is the only one in society that can legitimately use force.
C. The government monopolizes the use of legitimate force.
D. The government is the ultimate authority in regulating what kind of legitimate force is used.


Answer: D

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