Which of the Following Was NOT a Factor in the Decline

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was NOT a factor in the decline of the Ottoman Empire?

• A)reduced quality of the sultans
• B)shift in economic trade routes
• C)eroded military loyalties to the central government
• D)fell behind the West in technology
• E)territorial expansion occurred too rapidly

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Definitions:

Abdominopelvic Regions

An anatomical term referring to the regions of the body where the abdomen and pelvic cavities are located, often used to describe pain or injuries in these areas.

Transtubercular Plane

An imaginary horizontal plane that passes through the iliac tubercles and the lumbar vertebrae, often used as a landmark in anatomical studies and medical procedures.

Umbilicus

The umbilicus, commonly known as the belly button, is the scar on the abdomen where the umbilical cord was attached in the womb, located in the umbilical region.

Inferior to Hips

Refers to a position or structure located below the level of the hips in the human body.