Which of the following statements best describes cultural influences on Malian society?(1 point)

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Mali was influenced by Islam and Malinke cultural traditions.
Mali was influenced by Islam and Malinke cultural traditions.

Mali was influenced first by Malinke traditions, but these were later set aside in favor of Islam.
Mali was influenced first by Malinke traditions, but these were later set aside in favor of Islam.

Mali was influenced exclusively by Malinke cultural traditions.
Mali was influenced exclusively by Malinke cultural traditions.

Mali was influenced by cultural traditions from the Kurukan Fuga.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes cultural influences on Malian society is:

Mali was influenced by Islam and Malinke cultural traditions.

This statement acknowledges the dual impact of both Islamic influence and the indigenous Malinke traditions, which have coexisted and shaped the cultural landscape of Mali.