Which statement correctly compares how American and African economies were impacted by trade with Europeans?

Question

a. American and African economies suffered from trade taking place along the Silk Road
b. African and American economies benefited when the raw materials of their land were processed
c. American and African economies suffered as people were enslaved and their resources were extracted
d. African and American economies accumulated wealth through the trade of fur, weapons, and textiles

Answer 1

The correct statement that compares how American and African economies were impacted by trade with Europeans is:

c. American and African economies suffered as people were enslaved and their resources were extracted.

This statement accurately reflects the negative impacts of European trade, particularly through the transatlantic slave trade and the exploitation of natural resources in both regions.