The fact that the coins we use were an idea that came from the Middle East centuries ago is an example of which of the following?
A) invention
B) discovery
C) diffusion
D) exclusion

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Diffusion refers to the spread of an idea, practice or object from its original source to a wider audience or population. Coins were not discovered, as they were intentionally created by human beings, nor were they invented in a single place, but rather their use spread through cultural diffusion across different regions and civilizations. The concept of coinage is an example of how innovation can be shared and adopted across different cultures and societies.

The Fact That the Coins We Use Were an Idea