generate questions: In the late 13th and early 14th centuries, a process took place – primarily in Italy but partly also in the Empire – that historians have termed a 'commercial revolution'. Among the innovations of the period were new forms of partnership and the issuing of insurance, both of which contributed to reducing the risk of commercial ventures; the bill of exchange and other forms of credit that circumvented the canonical laws for gentiles against usury, and eliminated the dangers of carrying bullion; and new forms of accounting, in particular double-entry bookkeeping, which allowed for better oversight and accuracy.
What new form of accounting was created during the late 13th and early 14th centuries? {sep_token} In which country did the so-called 'commercial revolution' primarily take place? {sep_token} What was the main benefit of the creation of new forms of partnerships during the commercial revolution? {sep_token} Laws against what lending practice were addressed by the creation of bills of exchange? {sep_token} What were the benefits of the new system of double-entry bookkeeping?