HEL How did Song rulers prevent the military from becoming too strong?

To ensure that the army would not have too much power, government officials not part of the army were given power in the Song dynasty. Difficult tests were given and only the most prestigious could pass. ... Song rulers prevented corruption and promoting the best officials, rewarding them with a very stable government.

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i believe the answer is: returns on investments, no wages

people who belong in upper class society would most likely get there by obtaining multiple source of income, which a certain percentage of ownership for businesses. since most of them are job creator, they would most likely get their money from profit, not wages.