Final Answer:
The economy of Mapungubwe worked like this: The royal army captured cattle, which were given to small chiefs. Young men looked after the royal cattle and could keep some in return. Chiefs paid tribute to the rulers in gold and ivory. In return, the rulers rewarded them with glass beads, pottery, and cloth. Arab traders brought goods like glass beads, pottery, and cloth, and took away ivory, gold, and skins. This system helped everyone get what they needed through trading and giving gifts.
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