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Question
Analyze the correlation between Roman expansion policy and trade in the Indian Ocean.(1 point)
Responses

As the Romans conquered territory, they gained access to trade resources, which encouraged more expansion.
As the Romans conquered territory, they gained access to trade resources, which encouraged more expansion.

There was no correlation between Roman expansion and trade, as they occurred for separate reasons.
There was no correlation between Roman expansion and trade, as they occurred for separate reasons.

The Romans conquered any civilization would not trade with them as a means of punishment.
The Romans conquered any civilization would not trade with them as a means of punishment.

The Romans expanded to protect their trade interests and spread their religion.

The Romans expanded to protect their trade interests and spread their religion.

The correct answer is:

As the Romans conquered territory, they gained access to trade resources, which encouraged more expansion.