The first leg of the triangular trade brought manufactured goods from Europe to Africa, which were exchanged for enslaved people. This exchange significantly impacted African societies and economies, fueling the larger slave trade to the Americas. Understanding this trade is crucial to comprehending the historical context of colonialism and slavery. ;
The first leg of the triangular trade brought manufactured goods from Europe to Africa in exchange for enslaved people. This initiated a cycle of exploitation that deeply affected African societies. The correct answer is B. manufactured goods.
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