Which of these is an accurate statement about the monarchies that remain in today's world?
a. Almost all the remaining absolutist monarchies are currently being challenged by theocratic rivals.
b. Almost all the remaining absolutist monarchies are desperately poor, so they are vulnerable to popular uprisings or military takeovers.
c. Almost all the remaining absolutist monarchies have vast oil wealth, so effectiveness rather than traditional legitimacy supports their regimes.
d. Almost all the remaining monarchies are in Eastern Europe, and their citizens are considerably more free than they were under the Soviet regime.
Correct Answer: c
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