WAEC Commerce 2011 Question 30

Question 30

Money

Before the advent of legal tender and credit instrument, which of the following was used as a medium of exchange?

  1. A.Currency notes
  2. B.Cowries
  3. C.Cheques
  4. D.Bankdrafts
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Cowries)

Explanation

Cowries were used as money before modern currency.