Which of the following statements best characterizes Costa Rica's government since 1949?
A
Several military dictatorships have ruled the country since 1949.B
A democratic republic was established, but a military junta overthrew it after three years.C
A democratic republic was established, and the country now has strong ties with the US.D
A military dictatorship took over in 1949 but was replaced by a communist government in 1981.