According to the excerpt, a ruler becomes illegitimate once he or she

A.
limits freedoms.

B.
uses force.

C.
acts as a tyrant.

D.
alters the government.

NO GUESSING!!

C. acts as a tyrant.

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According to the excerpt, a ruler becomes illegitimate once he or she acts as a tyrant.