What was Stalin's primary strength in the succession struggle against Trotsky and Bukharin?
A) Stalin was a better propagandist than his rivals.
B) Stalin was more cultured than his rivals.
C) Stalin was smarter than his rivals.
D) Stalin was Russian and his rivals were non-Russian.
E) Stalin was more ethical than his rivals.
Answer: A
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