Which statement describes how geography influenced the cultural development of Southeast Asia?

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• Open seas protected the indigenous cultures of the island nations from outside influence.
• Distance from Oceania prevented the migration of Austronesian language, beliefs, and technology.
• Proximity to China encouraged the spread of Buddhism and other practices south into Indochina.
• Sea routes connecting to India ensured the prevalence of Hinduism over Christianity and Islam.

• Proximity to China encouraged the spread of Buddhism and other practices south into Indochina.