There are some problems that cannot be solved, but we can change the way we think about the problem. what coping method is being used when a person says, "i’m devastated that our home was flooded, but at least it is still standing. some of the houses closer to the river are completely gone"?

Making social comparisons.

Explanation:

Comparing ourselves to others is one of the many ways we cope with threats, build resilience, and establish our identities (Emmons & McCullough, 2003; Buunk, Ybema, Gibbons, & Ipenburg, 2001).  

The evaluation of the self against social environments is an unavoidable human tendency that provides information about an individual’s current situation (Wehmeyer, 2013).

i do believe the correct answer is the spread of chinese culture throughout asia and africa.good luck

explanation:

the aksumite empire was an ancient kingdom located in what is now northern ethiopia from the period of 100 ad to 940 ad. its capital was the city of aksum. the kingdom established itself as one of the 4 great powers at its time, along with persia, rome, and china.

the kingdom was rich in goods like gold, iron, and salt. it established strong commercial ties with the regions governed by rome, egypt, and persia (arabia). aksum was a key location in this commercial network. trade was also facilitated with the introduction of the aksumite currency.