When Thomas Hobbes referred to the "state of nature," he was describing

a. a feudal system in which people are broadly accepting of their rulers.
b. a system of states that have achieved a state of peace through equal balance of power.
c. a situation characterized by the absence of an authoritative body able to prevent war.
d. a preindustrial stage of economic development.
e. any system of states or factions in which the natural environment is a major factor in system order.

Answer: c

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