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What is the unique form of currency used on the island of Yap?

• Paper notes

• Giant stone discs

• Gold coins

• Shells

Which factor does NOT determine the value of stone money in Yap?

• The size of the stone

• The number of human lives lost during its acquisition

• The color of the stone

• The amount of labor involved in carving

Why might a smaller piece of stone money be more valuable than a larger one?

• It is made of a rarer material

• It required more effort to obtain

• It has a more intricate design

• It is easier to transport

What currency is used for everyday transactions in Yap today?

• Yapese stone money

• Japanese yen

• U.S. dollars

• Australian dollars

For what type of transactions is stone money still used in Yap?

• Trading livestock

• Buying groceries

• Purchasing land

• Paying taxes