Question 7 Trade expanded during the Middle Ages because of all of the following reasons
EXCEPT
A. Sharing of new technology like the lateen sail and compass
B. The desire for goods from foreign lands by the nobility in Europe
C. The ability of goods to be carried by elephants

The Crusaders brought back to Europe many new goods, including oil, spices, and new varieties of fruit from the Muslim world. Europeans wanted more of these goods. This led to increased trade between Europe and the East.

Explanation:

b,c

the answer is: must pay taxes on profits

since it is considered as a part of your income, profits from investments is eligible for tax payment.

the tax from your investment could be influenced by how long you decided to sell it. united states promotes keeping your investment for long term period. so, the tax rate for investments that you sell in less than one year is typically higher compared to investments that you sell in more than one year period.

silk

indigo  

rice

all the other answers are wrong