Which of the following is true regarding the expanse of the islamic empire, before 1400?
a) it diffused solely through missionaries.
b) it expanded the same extent as the roman empire.
c) it was homogeneous in practice and beliefs of the faith.
d) islam benefitted from nomads, merchants, scholars, and conquerors in the diffusion of goods, technologies, and ideas.

D) Islam benefitted from nomads, merchants, scholars, and conquerors in the diffusion of goods, technologies, and ideas.

Explanation:

The Islamic Empire was one of the most powerful and developed empires in history. It is well-known for its contributions to science, math, literature, religion and culture. The impact of the empire was enormous, and this was partly due to the type of people that inhabited it. There was great diversity among the population, including nomads, merchants, scholars and conquerors. Through trade, Islam and Muslim culture expanded, aided by these people, and this allowed the diffusion of goods, technology and ideas.

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