The Rulers of the First Civilizations Often Drew Their Power

question 5

Multiple Choice

The rulers of the First Civilizations often drew their power from their roles as

• A) high priests.
• B) clan elders.
• C) traders.
• D) scribes.

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Definitions:

Root Diameter

The diameter of a gear or screw measured at the base of the teeth or threads, where the material is the thickest.

Bevel Gears

Gears with intersecting shafts and conically shaped teeth that are used to change the axis of rotation in machinery.

Intersecting Axes

The point or line where two or more axes meet or cross each other.

Inside Diameter

The linear measurement of the interior of a cylinder or tube from one side to the opposing side.