How did the political systems of the Shang and Zhou dynasties compare?

The Shang dynasty was ruled by kings who governed from a central authority. The Zhou also had a king, but it relied heavily on a feudal system: the king granted land and authority to regional lords in exchange for loyalty and support. Therefore, the best comparison is that the Shang had a central government while the Zhou relied on feudalism.

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