As early cities developed in different parts of the world, people often developed writing systems. In Mesopotamia, the earliest writing system was used primarily for

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The earliest writing system in Mesopotamia, known as cuneiform, was used primarily for accounting purposes, such as keeping track of trade transactions and the inventory of goods. It was a practical tool for organizing economic activities in the city-state. While it was also used for religious and literary purposes, its primary function was in the realm of commerce.

As Early Cities Developed in Different Parts of the World