The Prince

The author advises that it is better to be...

merciful because personal freedom is more important than control.
unpredictable, so that the people will always be on their best behavior.
cruel rather than merciful if being too merciful brings disorder.
cruel because fear is stronger than peace or loyalty.
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cruel because fear is stronger than peace or loyalty.

No prince should mind being called cruel for keeping his subjects peaceful and loyal.