Which of the following correctly characterizes the trade relationship between Portugal and the states of West Africa?
a. The Portuguese merchants grew wealthy; the African chiefdoms gained little.
b. The African chiefdoms gained wealth and power; the Portuguese gained little.
c. The Portuguese merchants controlled the terms and conditions of the trade.
d. The rulers of West Africa controlled the terms and conditions of the trade.
d
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