Question

What advantages did Mayan cities have?
A. Mayan cities had advanced technology to build complex architecture. they also grew their wealth from being a long trade routes
B. Mayan cities decentralized from the larger empire choosing to only trade within their city-state, which boosted the local economies
C. Mayan cities had an advanced understanding if western philosophy and served as center of learning
D. Mayan cities served as centers of religion and learning

Answer 1

The best option that captures the advantages of Mayan cities is:

**A. Mayan cities had advanced technology to build complex architecture. They also grew their wealth from being along trade routes.**

Mayan cities indeed had complex architectural achievements, including pyramids and palaces, as well as a sophisticated understanding of agricultural techniques and urban planning. Additionally, their location along trade routes facilitated commerce, which contributed to their wealth and economic power.

While option D mentions the religious and learning aspects of Mayan cities, A covers a broader range of their advantages, including technological and economic factors.