Which of the following was not true of Mesopotamian trade?
A)Trade was conducted almost exclusively by the state bureaucracy.
B)The Mesopotamian economy depended heavily on trade.
C)Written records were required of all business transactions.
D)Weights and measures were standardized and interest on loans was limited.
E)The most important imports were stone, timber, and silver.

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Trade in Mesopotamia was conducted by a variety of individuals and groups, including private merchants, caravans, and sea traders, in addition to state officials. While the state did regulate some commercial activity, it was not the sole actor in Mesopotamian trade.

Which of the Following Was Not True of Mesopotamian Trade