What was the usual method of choosing bureaucrats before the passage of the Civil Service Reform Act in 1883?

A. Bureaucrats were appointed based on seniority.
B. Bureaucrats were appointed based on administrative experience.
C. Bureaucratic appointments were made to political supporters.
D. Bureaucratic appointments were made based on Civil Service Exam scores.


Answer: C

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