What Factors Contributed to the "Cosmopolitan" Nature of the Swahili

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Essay

What factors contributed to the "cosmopolitan" nature of the Swahili city-states?

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Definitions:

Cost of Goods Manufactured

The total production cost (materials, labor, and overhead) of goods completed and ready for sale during a specific period.

Direct Labor

The wages paid to workers who are directly involved in the production of goods or in providing services.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that can be directly attributed to the production of specific goods or services in the manufacturing process.

Factory Utilities

The cost of services such as electricity, water, and gas used in the manufacturing process.