Which of the following increased the economic power of the medieval Church? (1 point) Responses collection of tithes collection of tithes construction of cathedrals construction of cathedrals lay investiture of bishops lay investiture of bishops pilgrimages to shrines

Answer 1

The option that increased the economic power of the medieval Church was the collection of tithes. Tithes were a form of taxation where individuals gave a portion (usually one-tenth) of their income to the Church, significantly enhancing its financial resources.