24. Select the sentence that restates the premise of the author’s argument.
(A) A prince can trust only his subjects after he takes over.
(B) A new ruler has very little support that he can rely upon.
(C) Supportive friends are the key to maintaining power.
(D) Inhabitants rarely change their minds about the leader they want.
(E) Once a ruler is in power, it is easy to maintain that role.