What was the advantage of having Greek colonies spread along the coastlines of the Mediterranean Sea?

The main advantage was that they could dominate the trade across the whole Mediterranean, thus strengthening their influence and spreading Greek civilization.

Explanation:

The Greek colonization was an organized process that lasted between 8th and 6th Century BC. It was started because of the over-population, but it had large consequences on the spreading of Greek influence in the Mediterranean.

Many colonies, which were source of colonies remained in close ties with their motherlands.

option b, all states follow similar rules and legal process is the right answer.

the 14th amendment in the constitution of america was enacted in july 1868, which include the citizenship, due process, and the equal protection under the law. this amendment was a response to the issues related to former slaves following the american civil war.

the citizenship clause granted citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the u.s,.   due process of clause asserted that states may not deny any person "life, liberty or property, without due process of law and the equal protection clause declared that a state may not deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws. the above mentioned excerpt from the constitution of the united states, ensures the citizenship,due process, and equal protection under the law.