Which statement best describes trade during the period of the Roman Empire?

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Trade was strictly confined to the area of the Italian peninsula by order of Rome's rulers.

Trade was strictly confined to the area of the Italian peninsula by order of Rome's rulers.

Most trade was confined to basic food items transported short distances over unpaved roads.

Most trade was confined to basic food items transported short distances over unpaved roads.

Trade resulted in the exchange of ideas and culture between East and West.

Trade resulted in the exchange of ideas and culture between East and West.

A lack of seaworthy ships hurt Roman trade throughout the Mediterranean

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The statement that best describes trade during the period of the Roman Empire is:

Trade resulted in the exchange of ideas and culture between East and West.

The Roman Empire facilitated extensive trade routes across the Mediterranean and beyond, allowing for the exchange not only of goods but also of cultural ideas, technologies, and practices between diverse civilizations.