Which statement best assesses the effectiveness of

Stalin’s policies on his rise to power? (1 point)
His methods led him to increase his authority and
decrease opposition.
His methods led him to lose his power.
His methods made him less popular.
His methods hurt his authority because they were
wildly unpopular.

The statement "His methods led him to increase his authority and decrease opposition" best assesses the effectiveness of Stalin's policies on his rise to power.