Question

hunter - gatherer societies were most likely led by
a a president.
b a legislature.
c respected elders.
d military committees.

Explanation:

Hunter - gatherer societies are typically small - scale, egalitarian groups. In such societies, leadership is often based on the wisdom and experience of elders who are respected by the community. Presidents (A) and legislatures (B) are features of more complex, modern political systems. Military committees (D) are also more associated with larger, more organized (often state - level) societies with military structures, which hunter - gatherer societies lack. Respected elders (C) fit the leadership model of hunter - gatherer societies as they rely on the knowledge and authority of experienced members of the group.

Answer:

C. respected elders.