During the Bronze Age collapse (~1200 BCE), which contributing factor most directly exacerbated societal vulnerability after widespread drought?

💡 Explanation

When tin trade routes were disrupted due to drought-related societal unrest, bronze production was limited because copper-tin alloy could not be manufactured, causing widespread infrastructure maintenance and weapon shortages. Therefore tin supply disruption most directly exacerbated vulnerability, rather than tools, text, or widespread iron due to geographic constraints.

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