human
split the following sentences into simpler and smaller sentences.

They tended not to specialize in particular types of merchandise, often trading as general merchants, selling a diverse range of product types.
gpt
--- Reasoning ---
1. Is the question multiple-choice question?
No
2. Is it implied multiple-choice question?
No
3. If two experts were independently asked the question, will the final answer be exactly the same?
No

--- Answer ---
open