Spotlight on ; Mansa Musa Mansa Musa was the most powerful ruler of the Mali Empire in West Africa, known for his impressive show of wealth and pow Keep this in mind when you consider the statements below. Examine each statement and decide: could it be true? Question 4 of 5 On his trip to Mecca, he used 80 camels to carry his luggage, and each camel carried 300 pounds of gold. Select a response to continue. True False Submit Continue

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Spotlight on ; Mansa Musa Mansa Musa was the most powerful ruler of the Mali Empire in West Africa, known for his impressive show of wealth and pow Keep this in mind when you consider the statements below. Examine each statement and decide: could it be true? Question 4 of 5 On his trip to Mecca, he used 80 camels to carry his luggage, and each camel carried 300 pounds of gold. Select a response to continue. True False Submit Continue

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False. While Mansa Musa was indeed known for his extravagant wealth, historical accounts suggest that the claim of him using 80 camels, each carrying 300 pounds of gold on his trip to Mecca, is likely an exaggeration. The exact details of his wealth and the events of his pilgrimage vary in historical sources, but such an enormous amount of gold seems improbable given the logistical challenges and practical limitations of transportation at the time.

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