Which statement explains the cultural effect of East African trade in the Indian Ocean with South and Southeastern Asian civilization?(1 point)ResponsesTrade with Arab and Persian merchants led to the diffusion of Islamic culture in East Africa.Trade with Arab and Persian merchants led to the diffusion of Islamic culture in East Africa.Trade with Chinese merchants led to the spread of Confucianism in East Africa.Trade with Chinese merchants led to the spread of Confucianism in East Africa.Trade with Indian merchants led to the spread of Hinduism in East Africa.Trade with Indian merchants led to the spread of Hinduism in East Africa.Trade in Southeast Asia led African merchants to develop trading settlements on the coast of Asia.

Answer 1

Trade with Arab and Persian merchants led to the diffusion of Islamic culture in East Africa.