Question

Which of the following best explains an effect of the expansion of the Mali Empire on the trans-Saharan trade networks?


It led to an increase in trade by imposing the merchant-friendly religion of Islam on its subjects.

Option A,It led to an increase in trade by imposing the merchant-friendly religion of Islam on its subjects.

a

It expanded commerce by establishing maritime as well as overland connections with the Swahili states of East Africa.

Option B,It expanded commerce by establishing maritime as well as overland connections with the Swahili states of East Africa.

b

It facilitated commercial growth by expanding the number of people participating in the trade networks.

Option C,It facilitated commercial growth by expanding the number of people participating in the trade networks.

c

It expanded commercial activity by promoting scientific and cultural exchange.

Option D,It expanded commercial activity by promoting scientific and cultural exchange.

d

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Ba

Answer 1

Option C.

By bringing more territory, peoples, and producers under its control, Mali increased the volume and participants in trans‑Saharan commerce (while also providing security and administrative support that encouraged trade).