Read the sentence below and answer the question that follows.

Often when two counties have a problem, they try to solve their issues by first using diplomacy.

The underlined word in the sentence above can best be defined as __________.
A.
a form or system of rule
B.
the ability to deal with situations and issues without provoking hostility
C.
an aristocracy hired to reorganize the government systems of both countries
D.
three or more states that have joined together to form an organization in pursuit of shared goals

Please select the best answer from the choices provided
A
B
C
D