In Biblical times, chariots and carts were widespread in the Middle East, but by the 6th century, the old Roman roads had deteriorated so much that wheeled vehicles were replaced by camels. This illustrates that the processes of change is sometimes due to:
a. primary innovation.
b. secondary innovation.
c. diffusion.
d. cultural loss.
e. revitalization.
ANSWER: d
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