Study the list and answer the question.

Question

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Important Developments of an Ancient Civilization
Writing of the Bhagavad-Gita
Use of metallurgy
Emergence of Hinduism
Development of medical technique​

​Which advancement can also be included in this list?
A
Design of the wheel
B
Development of cuneiform
C
Creation of mummification techniques
D
Development of the number zero

Answer 1

The most fitting advancement to include in the list of important developments of an ancient civilization, based on the context of the original list, is:

D. Development of the number zero

This is because the development of the number zero is a significant advancement in mathematics, closely associated with ancient Indian mathematics, and aligns with other intellectual and cultural developments such as writing and medical techniques. The other options either pertain to different civilizations or do not fit as closely with the themes presented in the original list.