Question

which is the best explanation as to why the islamic golden age was a period of significant creativity and innovation? scholars were supported by islamic leaders and had access to centers of learning. the focus of islamic empires was solely on military tactics and technology. there was little or no influence from other cultures during this time. trade and communication with other religious groups were limited and at times banned.

Explanation:

During the Islamic Golden Age, Islamic leaders supported scholars. They established centers of learning like the House of Wisdom in Baghdad. These centers collected and translated works from various cultures (contradicting options about no - other - culture influence or limited trade/communication). Also, the focus was not solely on military (as military - only focus would not explain creativity in fields like mathematics, medicine, etc.). Support from leaders and access to learning centers promoted creativity (e.g., advancements in algebra, medicine, and architecture).

Answer:

Scholars were supported by Islamic leaders and had access to centers of learning.