Which of these scenarios is most similar to the role the city-state of venice played during the age of exploration?
a. city increase funding for it's police force to more closely monitor crime in the area.
b. a city charges extra toys for trucks that carry out-of-state products across it's borders on the way to other cities.
c. a city improves it's economy by encouraging more women to open businesses and receive training for specialized jobs.
d. a city reduces its overall tax rates to encourage more businesses to relocate to its area.