Question

which of the following best explains why the olmec civilization was forced to leave its homeland? choose 1 answer: a economic factors, such as reduced trade b political problems, such as the collapse of olmec government c environmental changes, such as silting of rivers, or volcanic activity

Explanation:

The Olmec civilization's decline and potential need to leave their homeland is most strongly associated with environmental factors. Volcanic activity and silting of rivers could have disrupted their agricultural base (since they relied on river - based agriculture) and living conditions. Economic factors like reduced trade or political problems like government collapse are less supported by archaeological and historical evidence compared to the impact of environmental changes on their homeland.

Answer:

C. Environmental changes, such as silting of rivers, or volcanic activity