Which of the following is a benefit of engaging in trade with other civilizations?
trade leads to the sharing of ideas, resources and culture.
trade can lead to dependency among other civilizations in order to survive.
trade can lead others to invade for control of trade routes.
trade leads to the exchange of racial groups and strengthens communities.

Trade leads to the sharing of ideas, resources and culture.

Explanation:

Trading usually happens when two civilizations need a certain resource that they do not have, and that another civilization has. Trading is the more peaceful route, in which both civilizations get something they need while giving something that they have a surplus of. Trading also generally leads to alliances and the intermingling of the two civilizations, including culture, ideas, etc.

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