In a ______, the Greatest Wealth, Power, and Prestige Belong

question 44

Multiple Choice

In a ______, the greatest wealth, power, and prestige belong to a society's oldest members.

• A)theocracy
• B)democracy
• C)meritocracy
• D)gerontocracy

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Definitions:

Elongate

To lengthen or stretch out, often referring to cells, body parts, or organisms.

Hemicellulose

A class of polysaccharides found in plant cell walls that works alongside cellulose and lignin to provide structural support.

Xylose

A sugar extracted from wood or straw and used as a dietary supplement or in the production of materials such as xylitol.

Chains

Sequences of items or elements linked or connected together, often found in polymers, proteins, or chemical compounds.