Decentralization was a weakness in the Zhou state because,
a. ambitious local rulers tended to operate on their own and become a threat to Zhou rule
b. trade was fragmented under this system
c. bureaucrats could not maintain accurate records of tribute payments
d. the Zhou kings had to maintain several capital cities to enforce discipline on their subjects
Ans: d. the Zhou kings had to maintain several capital cities to enforce discipline on their subjects
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