Question

When comparing the economic practices of the Roman Empire and the Byzantine
Empire, which response describes a difference? (1 point)
COURSE TOOLS
The Roman Empire standardized taxes on all trade within their empire, while the
Byzantine Empire had different taxes for different goods.
The Roman Empire imported silk from China, while the Byzantine Empire was able to
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produce their own silk
The Buzantines were economic innovators, as the Romans continued many of the
economic practices that had been started before them.
The Bvzantine -moire paved their own roads. while the Romans used roads that had
been established before them.

Answer 1

"The Roman Empire imported silk from China, while the Byzantine Empire was able to produce their own silk."

Explanation: Romans relied on silk imports via the Silk Road; in the 6th century Byzantium acquired silkworms and began domestic silk production, creating a key economic difference.