How did Ming China's relationship with Japan differ from its relationship with Korea?
A. Korea took on many of China's cultural traditions, while Japan
remained resistant to Chinese cultural influence.
B. Korea resisted Chinese occupation, while Japan was conquered
by China and fell under its rule.
C. Korea was required to provide regular tributes to China, while
Japan was required to provide tributes less frequently
D. Korea remained outside China's sphere of influence, while Japan
was required to recognize Chinese superiority.