How Did the Korean King Try to Control the Influence

question 83

Multiple Choice

How did the Korean king try to control the influence and power of his major rivals?

• A)He received funds from the Chinese government in exchange for a tax reduction on trade.
• B)He took control of local troops formally controlled by powerful families.
• C)He divided the country into provinces.
• D)He exiled heads of powerful families.
• E)He used a Chinese-style exam to fill government positions.

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