Which archaeological discovery provided the most information regarding the Mycenaean economy?
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Correct answer: The Linear B clay tablets
The Linear B tablets are primarily economic inventories. They record the distribution of grain, oil, wool, and the movement of livestock, revealing a highly centralized palace economy.
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