How Did the Development of Europe in the Years Following

question 52

Essay

How did the development of Europe in the years following the collapse of the Western Roman Empire parallel the historical course of China after the collapse of the Han Dynasty?

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Definitions:

Normal Good

A normal good is one whose demand increases as consumer income rises and decreases when consumer income falls, holding other factors constant.

Inferior Good

A type of good for which demand decreases as the income of consumers increases, opposite to normal goods.

Complements

Complements are goods or services that are used together, so that the consumption or use of one increases the demand for the other.

Durable Good

A type of good that does not quickly wear out and is capable of being used for a period of time, often years, before needing replacement.