Which retail strategy was famously used by Babylonian merchants in the 18th century BCE to build customer loyalty in marketplace stalls?

The world's earliest civilizations developed sophisticated commercial systems that mirror many modern retail strategies. From the bustling markets of Babylon to the trade networks of Sumer, ancient Mesopotamians pioneered retail concepts that would influence commerce for millennia. This poll explores how these early civilizations used strategic merchandising, branding, and customer engagement techniques that parallel today's retail strategies. Test your knowledge about the innovative commercial practices that helped ancient marketplace sellers attract and retain customers in the cradle of civilization.

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Clay tablet loyalty programs where repeat customers received marked tablets for discounts on future purchases
Sensory marketing with aromatic oils sprinkled at shop entrances to create distinctive brand identities
Limited-time 'festival offerings' advertised on city walls to create shopping urgency
Cross-merchandising by strategically placing complementary goods together on tiered display platforms