The author’s main purpose in this excerpt is to describe a form of code writing using an example. explain the mistakes of General Howe during the war. entertain the reader with a humorous story of miscommunication. argue that using a mask is the best method for sending secret messages.

the alfred thayer mahan award for literary achievement is awarded each year by the navy league of the united states. the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation. presented since 1957, "this award for literary achievement is awarded to a u.s. navy officer, u.s. marine corps officer, enlisted service member, or civilian who has made a notable literary contribution that has advanced the knowledge of the importance of sea power in the united states."[1]

a question i dont know the answer to > o<

the answer in this question is b.(1) create a clear chain of command; (2) limit independence of lower-level workers.  the numbered pair of phrases that best completes the tables as it relates to the united states federal bureaucracy was (1) create a clear chain of command; (2) limit independence of lower-level workers.

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