What is the primary difference between an oligarchy and a monarchy?

A) A monarchy is a government of one, while an oligarchy is a rule of many.
B) A monarchy is a state governed by a single hereditary ruler, while an oligarchy is a state governed by a small group.
C) A monarchy is a king, while an oligarchy is at least two kings sharing power.
D) A monarchy is rule by one descendant of the founder of the city-state, while an oligarchy is rule by a small non-hereditary group.
E) A monarchy is rule of kinship, while an oligarchy is rule by two or more tyrants.


B

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