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7 how did the ghanas in the sahel gain power in the ninth century? a by controlling the gold trade b by mining for gold c by domesticating camels d by waging wars on other kingdoms
The Ghana Empire (in the Sahel) rose to power in the 9th century primarily by controlling the lucrative trans-Saharan gold and salt trade routes. They levied taxes on trade passing through their territory, accumulating wealth and influence, rather than relying on direct gold mining, camel domestication (which was established earlier), or constant warfare as their core source of power.
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A. By controlling the gold trade