Ancient China: Silk Road HC)
The iron plow became common during the Han dynasty. How might this have influenced trade in China? (4 points)
a
The iron plow would have increased agricultural production, allowing people to specialize in crafting goods for sale and increasing trade with neighbors.
b
The iron plow would have been widely traded with neighboring nations, increasing the amount of goods and wealth that came into China.
c
The iron plow would have diverted craftsmen from workshops to the farms, in order to provide enough food to trade with neighbors.
d
The iron plow would have caused higher demand for iron, and as a result the price of iron would have risen dramatically.