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Both the Aztecs and the Inca practiced sophisticated agricultural techniques such as terracing, irrigation, and crop rotation. They both relied heavily on maize (corn) as a staple crop, along with other crops such as beans, squash, and potatoes. Agriculture was a central component of their economies and societies, providing sustenance for their populations.

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Did the Maya or the Aztecs or the Inca have slaves and human sacrifices?

Yes, all three civilizations - the Maya, the Aztecs, and the Inca - practiced slavery to some extent. The Aztecs and the Maya engaged in human sacrifices as part of religious rituals, while there is limited evidence of such practices among the Inca.


Wha twere the contributions that the Aztecs and Incas gave to society?

The Aztecs are known for their advancements in agriculture, their complex social structure, and their mathematical and astronomical knowledge. The Incas are famous for their engineering skills, particularly their construction of roads and impressive stone structures like Machu Picchu, as well as their advanced agricultural techniques such as terracing and crop storage. Both civilizations also made significant contributions in art, music, and religious traditions.


WHAT used the terraced system of agriculture and quipus?

The Inca civilization used the terraced system of agriculture to farm on steep mountain slopes. Quipus were knotted strings used by the Inca for record-keeping, with each knot representing a numeric value or information.


Did the Incas farm wheat?

No, the Incas primarily relied on corn, potatoes, quinoa, and other Andean crops for their agriculture. Wheat was not commonly grown in Inca agriculture.


What one produce food surplus Inca Maya or Aztec?

The Inca civilization had highly advanced agricultural techniques such as terraced farming, irrigation systems, and crop storage that allowed them to produce food surpluses. The Aztecs also had sophisticated farming methods like chinampas (floating gardens), but they did not have the same level of agricultural productivity as the Inca.