Frederick II of Prussia and Maria Theresa of Austria both implemented reforms, but they had different focuses and areas of reform. Among the options listed:
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Outlawed serfdom: While Frederick II made some moves towards the reduction of serfdom, Maria Theresa did not fully outlaw it; she implemented reforms but it remained in practice.
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Funded public schools: Both rulers did emphasize education, but the extent and nature of public school funding differed and was not a major reform for both.
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Allowed religious freedom: Frederick II was known for his policies of religious tolerance to some extent, whereas Maria Theresa was more conservative and did not promote religious freedom in the same way.
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Protected freedom of speech: Neither ruler is particularly known for protecting freedom of speech.
In conclusion, neither of the options perfectly fits the criteria of being a reform made by both Frederick II and Maria Theresa. However, if we had to choose one option that came closest, it would be their attempts at education, despite the specifics of funding and implementation diverging. If forced to select one, I would suggest:
Funded public schools (this option most aligns with their educational reforms).