How did Brazil become independent?

a. Napoleon conquered Portugal and declared that Brazil was "free and independent of Portuguese oppression."
b. Dissatisfied Portuguese and Indians staged a long and bloody rebellion.
c. A member of the Portuguese royal family declared Brazil's independence, and Portugal did not resist the declaration.
d. The United States used its naval forces to oust the communist government and establish a true democracy.

Answer: c

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