Why did the mongols move west and south across the steppes?
a.
waterways were available in that direction, but not in other directions.

b.
they wanted to avoid the rugged terrain to the north.

c.
they sought better land and a more livable climate.

d.
they wanted to avoid other people who were moving into mongolia.

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the answer is b for brother