Prior to civil service reform, bureaucrats were chosen using the spoils system, which meant that the people who got federal jobs were __________.

A. those who scored highest on aptitude tests
B. those who did not affiliate with a political party
C. those who previously held elected office
D. those who helped candidates win election


Answer: D

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