According to Hobbes, "Whoever transfers any right transfers the means of enjoying it as far as it lies in his power. As he that sells land is understood to transfer whatever grow upon it. Nor can he that sells a mill turn away the stream that drives it. And they that give to a man the right of government in _____________ are understood to give him the right of levying money to maintain soldiers, and of appointing magistrates for the administration of justice."

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In the context of the quote, Hobbes is discussing the transfer of the right of government, which is sovereignty. Therefore, the correct choice is C.

According to Hobbes, "Whoever Transfers Any Right Transfers the Means