Which of these characteristics applies to both the tang and song dynasties? a. population shifts from urban to rural areas of china b. religious leadership based on chan buddhism c. a reliable food production

b. A reliable food production and distribution system

Explanation:

The Tang and Song Empires were successful at creating increased food production. Irrigation systems were responsible for more growing areas and particularly helped produced more rice. The empires also manipulated the landscape to create more land to farm. Terrace systems within the land also increased the amount of land that could be farmed at any one time. Cotton, tea, and rice became the most produced crops making money for the empires.

d is the answer. leo should include the source.

the correct answer is b, "fertility rates are increasing, so populations will grow more quickly in the future."