RELIGIONS
CHRISTIANITY
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Question
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Why was most Roman trade conducted by sea, rather than by land?
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sea trade was safer, faster, and cheaper
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Land routes were faster, but more expensive
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Sea trade was dangerous but very fast
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land routes were impossible in most cases
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In order to improve the efficiency of their water-based trade, the Romans built lighthouses, safe harbors and docks for loading and unloading ships. By doing this, the Romans created safety and efficiency concepts for sea transport that have been used consistently for thousands of years.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Roman army made the roads and sea routes safe for traders. In turn, trade helped the economy grow. People in each area of the empire could sell what they grew or made to people in other areas who could use these goods. They could also buy things that they couldn�t produce for themselves.
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