What was the most significant outcome of the Peloponnesian War?
A. The triumph of Athenian democracy as a ruling form of government
B. The victory of the Spartans over the imperialism of Athens
C. Territorial gain by Persia allowing extension of the Persian Empire into Europe
D. A substantial weakening of both Sparta and Athens from their failure to achieve any kind of unity
E. None of these.
Answer: D
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