In antiquity, composite documents put in their final form by an editor were usually attributed to the . . .
A) final editor.
B) one who contributed the most material to the document.
C) most famous contributor.
D) one who funded the project.

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In antiquity, composite documents that were edited and put into their final form were often attributed to the most famous contributor, rather than the actual editor or other contributors. This was due to the value placed on authority and renown, which could lend the work greater credibility and prestige.

In Antiquity, Composite Documents Put in Their Final Form by an Editor