Question

which of the following best explains the relative significance of the trans - saharan and indian ocean trade routes? (1 point) trans - saharan trade was more significant because it had more valuable resources such as salt, gold, and ivory. the indian ocean basin was more significant because it connected the middle east and parts of africa with asia, specifically china, and it had important goods such as silk and porcelain. neither of them was significant because both were limited in whom they could reach. the routes were equally significant - each in its own way - as they both contributed to significant cultural developments along the routes, and worth cannot be measured simply by the goods that were traded.

Explanation:

The trans - Saharan trade was significant for its valuable resources like salt, gold, and ivory. The Indian Ocean trade was also crucial as it connected Africa with Asia, especially China, and traded important goods like silk and porcelain. Each trade route had its own unique contributions to cultural and economic development and their significance cannot be simply measured by the goods traded.

Answer:

The routes were equally significant—each in its own way—as they both contributed to significant cultural developments along the routes, and worth cannot be measured simply by the goods that were traded.