Critics thought that many officials appointed by political machines were
a. qualified and honest.
b. experienced and trustworthy.
c. unqualified and corrupt.
d. inexperienced and honest.

Political machines refer to the practice where someone is elected, to any charge, thanks to the rewards given to the voters previous to election days in order to maintain the control in certain areas. This system is also known as political clientelism in other regions like South America. Because of the lack of trust in the candidates and their way to get votes, critics thought they were unqualified and corrupt, option c.

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