What term refers to the pre-colonial indigenous gold scales and barter rings used as media of commercial exchange across Philippine trading ports?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. piloncitos
Answer: piloncitos. Why not the others: None of these fit: Real de a ocho; Salapi; Kandit.
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