Why was trade important to the development of West Africa?

A.

It provided raw materials that could be used for manufacturing.

B.

It enabled the government to collect taxes on imported items.

C.

It gave the region access to mineral resources that could be developed.

D.

It led to increased wealth that produced powerful kingdoms.

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Why was trade important to the development of West Africa?

A.

It provided raw materials that could be used for manufacturing.

B.

It enabled the government to collect taxes on imported items.

C.

It gave the region access to mineral resources that could be developed.

D.

It led to increased wealth that produced powerful kingdoms.

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Jaylyn Chavez · Answer 1

A. It provided raw materials that could be used for manufacturing.

Explanation:

West African trading system had big importance to obtain all good they needed, because in the region resources are not that diverse.

So, all resources that they could obtain through trading goods, ensure a subsequent economic development.

Esmeralda · Answer 2

A. it provided raw materials that could be used ...