Why was maize important to the people of mesoamerica?
it was a popular trade item in the mediterranean.
it became a staple crop and allowed civilization to develop.
it allowed people to keep track of important knowledge.
it was an important element in ironworking.

I believe the answer is: It was a popular trade item in the Mediterranean.

Many people in Mediterranean at that time used Maize over Rice or wheat as their main source of carbohydrates in their diet. Because of this, the demand for maize in this region was really high and this become a source of wealth for Mesoamerican farmers and traders.

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