How did the middle states decrease competition from imports

In what two ways were the tang and song dynasties of china similar? they jointly built the grand canal. they were economically strong. they had weak military forces. they ruled for about 300 years. they discouraged buddhist ideas.

Which act of the conquistador pizarro was crucial in overthrowing the inca? a. the destruction of the ancient inca city, machu picchu b. the siege of the inca capital near the cuzco valley c. the execution of the last inca ruler, atahualpa d. the unexpected deaths of 3 million inca warriors e. the murder of former inca emperor, huascar

Did the west show signs of cultural decline in the 20th century?