How were Americans able to develop a successful trade with the Chinese?

A) They were adept at bribing.
B) Americans quickly learned the language.
C) Chinese laws favored American trade.
D) U.S. and China shared diplomatic relations.

Americans engaged in trade with the Chinese by being adept at navigating the complexities of local customs and regulations, which often involved practices that could be considered as bribing by contemporary standards. This approach allowed them to establish and expand their trade networks in China despite the challenges posed by foreign trade restrictions and cultural differences.