The most important contribution the Mongols made to encouraging trade along the Silk Road was
A) providing security.
B) building a permanent road.
C) lowering taxes for merchants.
D) building permanent inns for travelers.

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The Mongols provided security along the Silk Road through their vast empire, which helped to limit the risks involved in traveling and trading. This encouraged more merchants to use the Silk Road and increased the volume of trade. The other options, while helpful, were not as significant in encouraging trade as providing security.

The Most Important Contribution the Mongols Made to Encouraging Trade