In Ancient Egypt (circa 1500 BCE), what primary method did merchants use to track popular items and analyze sales patterns in marketplace stalls?

Before modern data systems, ancient civilizations had sophisticated methods for tracking merchandise popularity and managing inventory. These early retail analytics systems helped merchants make informed decisions about which goods to stock, import, or produce. This poll explores how ancient Egyptian merchants monitored their retail operations and analyzed market trends without computers or modern technology.

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Hieroglyphic tally systems on papyrus scrolls with color-coded symbols for different product categories
Clay token systems where each token shape represented a specific product type being bought or sold
Memory-trained servant observers who reported verbally to merchants at day's end
Knotted rope records where knot patterns indicated quantities and placement showed product types