A. Because the Egypt and Indus valley are in the desert, living near a river gave access to a food supply, water and better soil for growing crops. There were better resources to build shelter, and the river provided a safe route of transportation to other areas.
Answer: C. Foreign Corrupt Practises Act (FCPA)
Explanation: The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) is a United States law passed into law in 1977 that prohibits United State firms and individuals from paying bribes to foreign officials in furtherance of a business deal. The FCPA places no minimum amount for a punishment of a bribery payment. Accurate record-keeping of assets is required by the FCPA to ensure that only properly authorized transactions are taken under the purview of company management.
By working in the city-state and contributing to the economy of the city.