AP World Historymediummcq1 pt
The Swahili city-states and Malacca both gained wealth by
A.serving as hubs of Indian Ocean commerce
B.mining silver
C.the trans-Saharan trade
D.conquering China
Explanation
Core Concept
Both taxed shipping passing through strategic straits and ports.
Correct Answer
Aserving as hubs of Indian Ocean commerce
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