C) politics should not be influenced by moral principles.
Machiavelli is often associated with the idea that political actions should be judged by their effectiveness rather than by moral or ethical standards.
Multiple choice question.
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A)
a prince should always honor his word.
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B)
a ruler should behave based on Christian principles.
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C)
politics should not be influenced by moral principles.
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D)
a nobleman should live a life of virtue.
C) politics should not be influenced by moral principles.
Machiavelli is often associated with the idea that political actions should be judged by their effectiveness rather than by moral or ethical standards.