How Did the Aztecs', Mayans', and Incas' Commercial Practices Influence

question 2

Multiple Choice

How did the Aztecs', Mayans', and Incas' commercial practices influence the development of their transportation systems?

• A) Because they lacked horses, their trading caravans were drawn by other humans.
• B) They did not trade with communities outside of their respective civilizations, which made it unnecessary to develop small boats for river travel.
• C) Because they carried out most of their commerce overland or along rivers and coastlines, they did not need to build seagoing boats.
• D) They did not have settlements outside of their major cities, which made it unnecessary to build complex roadways.

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Definitions:

Profit

The financial gain obtained when the amount earned from a business activity exceeds the expenses, costs, and taxes involved in sustaining the activity.

Pecuniary Interest

A financial interest, or the prospect of financial gain or loss, that may influence an individual's decisions or actions.

Insurable Interest

A financial or economic stake in the life or property insured, allowing an individual or entity to purchase insurance on the item or person.

Property

An area or thing owned by someone, which includes tangible assets like real estate and personal property, as well as intangible rights.