A Major Difference Between Preconquest and Postconquest Tribute Demands Was

A major difference between preconquest and postconquest tribute demands was that, in preconquest times,

A) tribute demands were limited by the capacity of indigenous ruling classes to utilize tribute goods.
B) all Spanish tribute had to be paid in gold or silver.
C) the old ruling classes displayed a paternalistic interest in their subjects.
D) the clergy exercised a restraining influence on Spanish tribute demands.