The feudal system probably would not have developed if the Roman Empire continued. Why?

As Roman authority declined, people needed local protection from raids and disorder. Feudalism grew partly because powerful lords offered protection in exchange for land, service, or loyalty. If the Roman Empire had continued, its strong military could have protected people from invaders, reducing the need for that local system. Therefore, the best answer is “A strong military would have been in place to protect people from invaders.”

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