Which of the following statements about political leaders in foraging bands is true?

A. They maintain control by conquering foreign territories.
B. They maintain power by nurturing strong ties with the commoner class.
C. They have no means of forcing people to follow their decisions.
D. They have inherited special access to strategic resources.
E. They are the most dominant males in the largest, most powerful descent group.


Answer: C

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