Approximately what percentage of people in the ancient world could read and write?
A) 10-20
B) 30-40
C) 40-60
D) 70-90

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Literacy rates in the ancient world were generally low, with estimates suggesting that only about 10-20% of the population could read and write. This was largely due to the fact that education was a privilege of the elite, and many societies did not see the need for widespread literacy.

Approximately What Percentage of People in the Ancient World Could