Over time, the constitutional system created by the Revolution of 1688-1689
A)reformed to reflect a more democratic social reality.
B)acquired a standing army.
C)yielded authority to parliamentary ministers and state officials.
D)became a viable alternative to absolutism.
E)All of these

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A) The constitutional system did become more democratic over time, but this was not an immediate change and was a gradual process.

B) The standing army was already established prior to the Revolution of 1688-1689 and was not a direct result of it.

C) The Revolution did result in a shift of authority to parliamentary ministers and state officials, as it established the principle of parliamentary supremacy where the monarch's power was limited.

D) The constitutional system created by the Revolution of 1688-1689 became a viable alternative to absolutism as it established a system of checks and balances where no one branch of government could hold too much power.

E) Therefore, all of these choices are correct.

Over Time, the Constitutional System Created by the Revolution of 1688-1689