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in an aristocracy, membership in the ranks of the privileged elite is
a achieved through hard work.
b accomplished by joining the ruling political party.
c inherited.
d limited to men only.
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Explanation:

Aristocracy is a form of government where power is held by a small, privileged ruling class. In an aristocracy, membership in the ranks of the privileged elite is typically inherited. This means that one is born into this elite class rather than achieving it through hard work (as in a merit - based system), joining a political party (which is more relevant in some democratic or party - based systems), or being limited to men only (though historical aristocracies often had gender biases, inheritance was the key factor for membership, not just gender).

Answer:

C. inherited.