One way that the Mongols ruled over the diverse populations of China and East Asia was by building roads to maintain their empire. Which was another effect of building roads?

A.
expanded trade
B.
improved military strategies
C.
weakened local economies
D.
decreased taxes

1 answer

A. expanded trade

Building roads facilitated trade by making transportation easier and more efficient, allowing for the movement of goods and ideas across the vast territories of the Mongol Empire. This helped integrate diverse regions and boosted economic activity.