What statement best describes the relationship between Napoleon's upbringing and his governmental appointments?
A. due to wealthy beginnings, he only appointed nobles to posts
B. Due to a humble beginnings, he appointed based on merit
C. Due to being a foreigner, no native Frenchmen were appointed
D. Due to being a vertically challenged, tall people were excluded from appointments

B. Due to a humble beginnings, he appointed based on merit

Explanation:

Napoleon was from a Corsican noble family that was not well off and so Napoleon was constantly looked down on by the more affluent members of French nobility that attended the French military schools he attended on scholarships.

His experience with nobility showed him that they could be inefficient and led him to establish a meritocracy where people were awarded posts based on merit not familial connections. This increased the efficiency of his empire and led to economic success.

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explanation:

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