Which of the following is NOT true of slavery in classical China?
a. A relatively large percentage, perhaps as much as one-third of the total population, were slaves.
b. Convicted criminals and their families were among the earliest slaves in Han dynasty China.
c. Impoverished or indebted peasants might sell their children into slavery.
d. Slaves never became a major source of labor for agriculture or manufacturing.
Answer: a. A relatively large percentage, perhaps as much as one-third of the total population, were slaves.
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