Once considered relatively unusual, military rule became much more common over the past 50 years, particularly in:
A)Latin America and Eastern Europe.
B)Africa and Latin America.
C)Eastern Europe and Africa.
D)East Asia and Latin America.
E)Africa and East Asia.

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According to data from the Polity IV Project, the number of countries under military rule increased since the mid-20th century, with a concentration of military regimes in Africa and Latin America. These regions have experienced the largest number of coups and military interventions in politics compared to other parts of the world. While military rule has also occurred in other regions, such as Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East, it is less common than in Africa and Latin America.

Once Considered Relatively Unusual, Military Rule Became Much More Common