During the eighteenth century, the idea of divine right
A) remained a strong basis for government.
B) was gradually replaced by more republican ideas concerning government.
C) was replaced by the idea of "enlightened absolutism" justified by utilitarian arguments.
D) was best exemplified by the reign of Joseph II of Austria.
E) disappeared with the death of Louis XIV in 1715.
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