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What was the impact of the Concordat of Worms?

The pope and Henry’s son became friends.
Henry V apologized for his father’s actions.
The pope recognized Henry V as the lawful emperor.
Henry V was forced to agree the pope was more powerful.

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"The pope recognized Henry V as the lawful emperor."

Explanation: The Concordat of Worms (1122) ended the Investiture Controversy by compromise — the emperor gave up the right to invest bishops with the ring and staff (spiritual authority), while the pope allowed the emperor a role in granting temporal authority (e.g., the scepter) and acknowledged Henry's imperial authority. The other choices are incorrect.