Question

1 which statement best compares how absolute and constitutional monarchies operate? constitutional monarchies limit the monarchs power, while absolute monarchies give the monarch total control. constitutional monarchies allow the monarch to make laws, while absolute monarchies elect representatives. constitutional monarchies have a parliament, while absolute monarchies grant unchecked power to the monarch. constitutional monarchies share power with a president, while absolute monarchies have no government structure. clear all

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Constitutional monarchies (e.g., UK) limit monarch’s power via a constitution, absolute monarchies (e.g., old France) have monarchs with total control. This matches the definitions.
• Option 2: In absolute monarchies, monarchs make laws, not elect representatives. Constitutional monarchies have legislatures (not just monarch making laws). Incorrect.
• Option 3: Absolute monarchies don’t “grant unchecked power” (the monarch already has it), and having a parliament isn’t the core difference (some absolute monarchies might have advisory bodies). The key is power limitation vs. total control. Less accurate than Option 1.
• Option 4: Constitutional monarchies don’t share power with a president (they share with parliament/legislature), and absolute monarchies do have a government structure (monarch - led). Incorrect.

Answer:

A. Constitutional monarchies limit the monarch’s power, while absolute monarchies give the monarch total control.