What was the most important military technology introduced or refined during the Shang Dynasty?
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Correct answer: The horse-drawn chariot for mobile warfare
The chariot likely entered China from Central Asia and was adapted by the Shang for use in warfare and hunting. It became a symbol of royal power and a decisive tool for mobile command on the battlefield.
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