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Authority in AP Comparative Government and Politics

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Definition

Authority refers to the legitimate power or control that individuals or institutions have over others within a specific context.

This definition is part of Fiveable's AP Comparative Government and Politics review, which also has guided practice questions.

AP course connection

Topic 3.5: Nature and Role of Political Participation

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