Why did the olmecs trade with other peoples?

a) to make up for their lack of farm production

b) to learn the secrets of carving large stone heads

c) to acquire goods and resources they did not have

d) to prevent invasions from their neighbors

The correct answer is letter C.

Explanation:  The capital, was built on an island of the Tonalá river and became the main trade center of the Olmec civilization. The main items circulating there were rubber, cocoa and salt.

Olmecs obtained jade and magnetite from other regions of Mexico and made figurines, utensils and jewelry with these materials.

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