Read this excerpt from Paragraph 1 of The Prince. ...for the friendship which is gained by purchase and not through grandeur and nobility of
spirit is bought but not secured, and at a pinch is not to be expended in your service.
As Machiavelli introduces his theories of leadership, what is the importance of this analogy?
A
It strengthens the idea that purchased friendships are not lasting friendships.
B
It strengthens the idea that friendship can be bought and can be depended upon.
С
It strengthens the idea that friendship is expensive and transparent.
D
It strengthens the idea that friendship bought is friendship saved, allowing for
reliability