The map shows the population distribution of the ancient Roman Empire in 300 BCE. The map demonstrates the three combined areas with the highest population were

The Roman Empire was the post-Republican period of ancient Rome. As a polity it included large territorial holdings around the Mediterranean Sea in Europe, Northern Africa, and Western Asia ruled by emperors.

c. seafloor spreading occurs.

d. crust becomes molten rock.

e. denser plates slide under lighter plates.

(4,-2)

explanation:

6x+4y=16

-6x-9y=-6

-5y=10

y=-2

x=4