What is the notion that the most qualified candidate should be awarded a position, contract, or other financial benefit known as?
A) patronage
B) rational choice
C) merit principle
D) None of the above

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The merit principle is the notion that the most qualified candidate should be awarded a position, contract, or other financial benefit, based on their abilities and qualifications rather than on other factors such as political connections or personal relationships.

What Is the Notion That the Most Qualified Candidate Should