Which is evidence that Sparta had elements of democracy? A. the king had absolute power

B. the oligarchs had absolute power

C. some leaders were tyrannical D. ephors could take kings out of power

Correct answer choice is: (D) Ephron could take kings out of power. Explanation:

They were rulers of early Sparta and distributed power with the two Spartan kings. They were a committee of five elected yearly who testified "on behalf of the city", while the kings testified for themselves. They held various responsibilities including legislative, judicial, financial, and executive duties.