Which of the following definitions best describes the term devolution? A. the creation of a united central government B. the establishment of a coalition between member states C. the breakup of a state into smaller, independent states D. the transfer of power from one dictator to another Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

C. the breakup of a state into smaller, independent states

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Carnegie was able to monopolize the steel industry from 1889 to around 1901 when he sold his business to J.P. Morgan, the U.S.'s most prominent banker. John D. Rockefeller founded the Standard Oil Company, which dominated the oil industry and was the first great U.S. business trust.

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