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How did following the ideas of Legalism contribute to the downfall of the Qin dynasty during the reign of Emperor Si Huang?

A. The emperor wasted resources on building a large army.
B.The emperor was weakened because he supported fair treatment for all.
C.The emperor focused on cruel punishments to enforce strict laws.
D.The emperor lost influence through peaceful contacts with other kingdoms.

User Haeri
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Answer:

C. The emperor focused on cruel punishments to enforce strict laws.

Step-by-step explanation:

Aryans liked Legalism because they used force to get people to obey them. Their leader believed that all humans are naturally evil and that they should punished severely even for the smallest crimes. : {

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User Hanish Sharma
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Answer:

C

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