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How far did Mari's trading networks extend during the 18th century BC?

  • As far as Afghanistan and Crete

  • Only within Mesopotamia

  • To Egypt and India

  • To the Mediterranean and China

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During the 18th century BC, Mari's trading networks extended as far as Afghanistan in Southern Asia and Crete in the Mediterranean. This demonstrates the city's importance as a major trading hub in the ancient world.
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