How did food surpluses allow ancient civilizations to grow and prosper?

A. They led ancient civilizations to form religious beliefs.

B. They led ancient civilizations to create artistic traditions.

C. They led ancient civilizations to establish political systems.

D. They led ancient civilizations to develop specialization of labor.

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19 April, 19:39

How did food surpluses allow ancient civilizations to grow and prosper?

A. They led ancient civilizations to form religious beliefs.

B. They led ancient civilizations to create artistic traditions.

C. They led ancient civilizations to establish political systems.

D. They led ancient civilizations to develop specialization of labor.

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Hess · Answer 1

D

Explanation:

This is because since the civilization has a surplus of food, people could focus on other things and specialize in trade. As a result people could make profit and then they could invest and grow their businesses, growing the economy and civilization along the way.

Kiley Norton · Answer 2

I think it is the C

Explanation:

I think it is C. It isnt A because it has no relevance. Also B. And it may be D, but C has more relevance to the quesiton