Question 7 of 10 HELP ASAP Which statement explains how Thomas Hobbes's view of human nature influenced the way monarchs ruled? A. Because rulers' authority was derived from the natural state of humanity, rulers sought their subjects' consent when passing laws.

B. Because human nature was selfish, rulers used their absolute power to prevent social chaos from developing.

C. Because kings must have absolute power, subjects were not allowed to speak out against a ruler or the government.

D. Because kings had a divine right to rule, subjects were forced to obey rulers' commands without question.