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The Pendleton Civil Service Act of 1883 established

A.competitive exams for many federal jobs, breaking the hold of the spoils system
B.mandatory political contributions from federal employees
C.the direct election of U.S. senators
D.a national income tax on wealthy industrialists

Explanation

Core Concept

The act created a Civil Service Commission and placed a growing share of federal positions under merit testing. It began the shift from patronage toward professional administration.

Correct Answer

Acompetitive exams for many federal jobs, breaking the hold of the spoils system

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