Question

question 1-16
which of the following trade goods allowed the economic success of the west african kingdoms?
○ gold, iron
○ salt, diamonds
○ gold, salt
○ oil, coal

Explanation:

The West African kingdoms (like Ghana, Mali, Songhai) thrived economically through trading gold and salt. Gold was abundant in West Africa and in demand globally, while salt was scarce in West Africa (needed for diet and preservation) and sourced from the Sahara. Iron, diamonds, oil, and coal were not the primary trade goods for their economic success. So the trade goods that allowed their economic success are gold and salt.

Answer:

The option with "Gold, salt" (the second option in the list of choices).