Question

why did some muslim traders stay in east africa after the ninth century? (1 point) they preferred the better weather in africa. they wanted to spread their religion. they were forced to leave the middle east. they set up businesses as a part of the indian ocean trade network

Explanation:

Muslim traders stayed in East Africa to participate in the Indian - Ocean trade network. They were not forced to leave the Middle East, there's no indication they were mainly focused on spreading religion, and weather was not the main reason.

Answer:

They set up businesses as a part of the Indian Ocean trade network