now, consider the voyages of zheng he, which are among the most famous accomplishments of the ming dynasty. which of the following statements are reasons why scholars speculate that the ming did not try to develop a maritime empire? check all that apply.
a, the decline in japanese piracy made it unnecessary for the ming to maintain a navy
b. the successors to yongle became preoccupied with fortifying the north against mongol attacks.
c. although zheng he visited many places, he failed to get them to pay tribute.

interest groups send representatives to state capitals and to washington, d.c. to put pressure on members of congress and other policymakers. they engage in lobbying, or the organized process of influencing legislation or policy. lobbying can take many forms. interest groups can testify in congressional hearings.

joseph stalin's cult of personality became a prominent part of soviet culture in december 1929, after a lavish celebration for stalin's 50th birthday.[answer:

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the answer to your question is a because laws act as guidelines as to what is accepted in society. without it there would be conflicts between social groups and communities. it serves as a norm of conduct for citizens.