Which of the following explains how archaeologists were able to learn about the Olmec?(1 point)

Responses

They were able to read various texts of the Olmec.
They were able to read various texts of the Olmec.

They made inferences about the Olmec based on the art and artifacts they left behind.
They made inferences about the Olmec based on the art and artifacts they left behind.

They were able to interview descendants of the Olmec.
They were able to interview descendants of the Olmec.

The Aztec left many books about them in their temples.

1 answer

The correct response is:

They made inferences about the Olmec based on the art and artifacts they left behind.

Archaeologists have primarily learned about the Olmec civilization through the study of physical remains, such as sculptures, pottery, and other artifacts, as there are no written records from the Olmec themselves.