All of the following contributed to the fall of the Tang except
A. the increase of power of the landed families.
B. instability along the northern frontiers.
C. invasion by the Mongols.
D. a rebellion in 755 which captured Chang'an.
E. local military commanders taking power from the central government.
Answer: C
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