Until 18th century, which two countries were considered the richest in the world?
(A) China and Japan
(B) England and France
(C) India and China
(D) England and Italy
Answer:
So, the correct answer is (C): India and China
Explanation
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The Indian subcontinent benefited from the favorable geographic location. India and China engaged in international trade in minerals, pottery, silk, and spices. In other words, these nations dominated Asian trade .
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