When no formal or generally known second-in-command exists, and where there is no regularized mechanism to choose a new top leader, it is likely that

A. a revolution will occur.
B. political parties will fill the gap.
C. the nation will convert to a legislative-centered system.
D. a crisis of succession will occur.


D

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