What is the central feature of the civil service system?

A. Merit-based, nonpolitical employment and promotion
B. The fitting of job openings to agencies’ needs
C. The development of elaborate job classifications
D. The separation of political and nonpolitical positions
E. A nonpunitive, competitive promotion system


Answer: A

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