Which of the following can be inferred about China’s Ming Dynasty tribute system?(1 point)

Question

Responses

China only sought tributes from countries that bordered them.
China only sought tributes from countries that bordered them.

Tributes were something entirely new that had never been used before.
Tributes were something entirely new that had never been used before.

By persuading other countries to pay tribute, China demonstrated that it was a powerful country that others should respect.
By persuading other countries to pay tribute, China demonstrated that it was a powerful country that others should respect.

It was not successful because countries did not offer tribute to China.
It was not successful because countries did not offer tribute to China.

Answer 1

The most accurate inference about China’s Ming Dynasty tribute system from the options provided is:

By persuading other countries to pay tribute, China demonstrated that it was a powerful country that others should respect.

This option reflects the intent behind the tribute system, which was to establish and reinforce China's dominance and influence in the region. The other statements are either incorrect or misleading regarding the nature of the tribute system.