Which of the following was a long-term effect of the Atlantic trade on Africa?
A) Traditional holders of power, such as village elders and women, became even more powerful.
B) Power struggles between warrior elites decreased as they united to fight the Europeans.
C) On top of the population lost to the slave trade, diseases from the Americas decimated the African people.
D) American food crops produced more calories per acre than traditional African staples, which partially offset the population loss of the slave trade.

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The introduction of American food crops like maize and cassava to Africa during the Atlantic trade had a significant impact on agriculture and food security. These crops were more calorie-dense and could be grown in a variety of conditions, helping to sustain populations despite the devastating effects of the slave trade.

Which of the Following Was a Long-Term Effect of the Atlantic