One of the barriers to the development of a merit-based employment system in Texas was __________

a. constitutional provisions allowing the governor to appoint most top officials in the executive branch
b. the implementation of whistle-blower protection laws
c. the influence of the individualistic political subculture
d. the creation of the Civil Service Commission by the federal government

Answer: c

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