Which of the following statements was true of trade during the Early Middle Ages?

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Luxury goods, such as silk and perfumes, were indeed brought in from China during the sixth and seventh centuries, but trade did not drastically increase during the early centuries of the Middle Ages (A is false). While the Umayyads and the Byzantines may have sought some goods from western Europe, there is no evidence to suggest that they eagerly sought manufactured goods (D is therefore incorrect). However, by the ninth century, luxury goods were indeed being brought into western Europe from the Byzantine Empire, making statement C true. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Which of the Following Statements Was True of Trade During