People chose to settle in West Africa primarily due to its fertile land, access to rivers for fishing and irrigation, and trade routes connecting to other regions. In contrast, East Africa attracted settlers for its coastal trade opportunities, diverse ecosystems, and the availability of resources like gold and ivory, facilitating interactions with traders from the Arabian Peninsula and beyond.
In 1–2 sentences, analyze why people chose to settle in either West or East Africa.(2 points)
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