One Frequent Challenge with a Unitary System of Government Is

One frequent challenge with a unitary system of government is hypercentralism, which means that ________.

A) an unusually excessive division of authority exists between the central government and local governments
B) multiple layers of government exist at the central level
C) a multichambered parliament is unable to respond to needs of the constituency
D) there is complete reliance on the central government, which hampers local officials from appropriately responding to needs
E) the elected officials who serve the central government exert abusive authority over the citizens