What brought an end to the "normal state of hostility" between the Safavids and Ottomans mentioned in the passage? A. Safavid fervor for its brand of Islam slowly declined until the two empires stopped fighting.
B. The constant fighting increased the respect of the empires for each other, which eventually led to peace between them.
C. Both sides united to fight against European Christian forces that threatened them.
D. The Ottomans slowly weakened until the Safavids no longer saw them as a threat.

What is the rationale for government provision of education? -not all incomes are equal, but everyone has the right to education regardless of wealth. -potential students consider only their personal benefits gained from education, but the rest of society benefits, too. -no education would be provided in the absence of government provision because everyone would consume it without paying. -the cost of providing education for the entire public is too large. -the government can provide education at a much lower cost than the private sector.

Which of the following is one of the most common causes of collisions? a. driving on the wrong side of the road b. driving too slowly uphill c. tailgating d. eating while driving

Gneiss is formed. the mineral grains in which granite are flattened under pressure