Which of the best explains one of the ways in which Inca used astronomy to manipulate their environment? (1 point)

Question

The Inca used astronomy to divide terraced farms in the Andes Mountains.
The Inca used astronomy to enforce mandatory labor requirements.
• The Inca used astronomy to help them keep records.
• The Inca used astronomy to plan the stone structures and plazas of Machu Picchu.

Answer 1

The best explanation of how the Inca used astronomy to manipulate their environment is:

The Inca used astronomy to divide terraced farms in the Andes Mountains.

This choice highlights their understanding of seasonal changes and celestial events, which were crucial for agricultural planning in the Andean highlands.