The Qin dynasty developed what kind of political structure?
A. A centralized state that relied on the general goodness of its people.
B. A decentralized state with many different provinces.
C. A highly developed bureaucracy with numerous ministries.
D. A centralized state with a bureaucracy divided into three primary ministries.
E. A decentralized state with administrators who inherited their positions.
Answer: D
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