This excerpt explains that the Incan mummies found in the Andes mountains had gold and silver offerings with them. Because of this, it is believed that these mummies
A) were protected by the same spirits that protected money.
B) may have been people who owed money to others.
C) were probably people who had been charged with crimes.
D) may have been part of a sacrifice.
The correct answer is A) were protected by the same spirits that protected money.
Explanation: In many ancient cultures, including the Inca civilization, wealth and precious materials like gold and silver were often associated with spiritual protection and the afterlife. The offerings made with mummies were believed to help protect the deceased in their journey, just as money was thought to provide safety and favor from the spirits. This aligns with the symbolism of the offerings made alongside the mummies.