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Which statement best describes the political structure of the ancient Mayas?

The Mayas developed city-states that were powerful but independent.
The Maya civilization included different groups unified under a single religion.
The Maya civilization was ruled by an emperor and had about four hundred tribute states.
The Mayas were ruled by representatives from different city-states.

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The Mayas developed city-states that were powerful but independent.

Explanation: Classic Maya politics consisted of many independent city-states (e.g., Tikal, Calakmul, Palenque), each ruled by its own dynasty, often competing or allying with others rather than unified under a single emperor or centralized government.