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Which statement describes the relationship between the papacy and Charlemagne during the early Middle Ages?


They often needed each other's help in order to maintain power.


They frequently encouraged attacks on each other's power.


They seldom came to each other's aid when power was threatened.


They acted independently of each other to prevent disputes.

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They often needed each other's help in order to maintain power.

Explanation: The papacy provided religious legitimacy (e.g., Pope Leo III crowning Charlemagne emperor in 800), while Charlemagne supplied military protection and political backing for the papacy — a mutually beneficial alliance.