I would choose to base a monetary system on chickens, because a chicken represents one good meal for a small family. My cash would have chickens printed on it.
Sounds like homework, so I'll just discuss and let you choose. Follow the "Hint" and review:
Apples and pigs are difficult to store. The apples will rot, and pigs require feed and cleanup. However, they meet the basic need of food.
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I've had buffalo cheese steaks before. Very good tasting.