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What were some effects of the Columbian Exchange? Africa grew wealthy from the slave trade, the Americas gained gold from Europe, and the merchant class of Europe was born. Africa’s population declined, the Americas flourished with plants from Europe, and wealth flowed in the European economy. African society was torn apart by the slave trade, the Americas exported finished goods to Europe, and European countries invested in the American stock market. West Africa began agricultural farming, the Americas were introduced to horses, and Europe started funding state banks.

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Africa’s population declined, the Americas flourished with plants from Europe, and wealth flowed in the European economy. I hope I could help! :D
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The correct answer is Africa's population declined, the Americans flourished with plants from Europe, and wealth flowed in the European economy.

The Columbian Exchange refers to the trade of goods, resources, and people between the Americas, Europe, and Africa during the 15th and 16th centuries. This trading of goods and services benefited many people by allowing them access to new foods and resources. However, it would hurt other groups. For example, the African population declined due to the amount of people who were kidnapped and sold into slavery in the Americas.

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