Inflation requires prices to rise across a "basket" of goods and services, such as the one that comprises the most common measure of price changes, the consumer price index (CPI). When the prices of goods that are non-discretionary and impossible to substitute – food and fuel – rise, they can affect inflation all by themselves. For this reason, economists often strip out food and fuel to look at "core" inflation, a less volatile measure of price changes.
Absolutist governments of Europe were different because they all believed in sovereignty. The king holds all power and ability to rule.
They fought Mexico/paid Mexico. Not really sure. Hopes this helps.
Answer:
a. They were unsure they could protect themselves if attacked by larger nations.
Explanation: is correct
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