Which of the following is incompatible with Montesquieu's theories on government?
a. In order to preserve the sovereignty of a nation, governments should have the power to tax people.
b. People should be able to exert direct control over their representatives.
c. A large nation can offer better services and jobs to its people than a smaller nation.
d. Only small nations can form a stable republican government.
Answer: c. A large nation can offer better services and jobs to its people than a smaller nation.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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