What was a significant cause of decline for the songhai empire? (5 points) frequent invasions
damage to salt mines
battles over succession
storms and flooding

Battles over succession.

Explanation:

The Songhai Empire was one of the largest states in African history. It was located on the western Sahel and had its peak during the 15th and 16th centuries.

The Empire overpassed the Malian Empire and after that, a series of battles over the succession of power forced the empire into a period of decline and civil wars across the territory.

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The correct answer is C. Battle over successions.

Explanation:

The Songhai empire went to battle over successions multiple times, which costed people, money, and time; causing them to decline over time.

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