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Which of the following best describes the principle of subsidiarity in democratic decentralization?

ADecision-making should be handled at the highest level possible.

BDecisions should be made at the closest level to the affected community.

CLocal governments should have no authority.

DAll governance should be centralized.

Answer:

B. Decisions should be made at the closest level to the affected community.

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