Which of the Following Was an Economic Effect of Alexander's

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was an economic effect of Alexander's conquest of Persia?

• A) Trade was disrupted between Southwest Asia and Egypt.
• B) The massive redistribution of Persian wealth to Mediterranean city-states spurred a widespread economic expansion.
• C) Loss of revenue from the Persian Empire led to economic collapse in Southwest Asia.
• D) Macedonian gold flooded the Southwest Asian markets,reducing the value of currency.

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