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Olenka
2 months ago
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Which of the following best explains a similar motivation behind the establishment of Portuguese trading posts in Africa and the

establishment of Portuguese trading posts in Asia?
A
The trading posts in both regions were intended to prevent economic collapse following the disintegration of powerful local empires.
B
The trading posts in both regions were intended to facilitate commercial cooperation between European states.
с
The trading posts in both regions were intended to facilitate the transfer of slaves to the Americas,
D
The trading posts in both regions were intended to allow the Portuguese to control access to heavily trafficked maritime routes.

History
1 answer:
katrin2010 [1.7K]2 months ago
3 0

Answer: The Portuguese trading posts in both regions aimed to enable Portuguese control over vital maritime routes

Explanation:

The Portuguese established trading posts in Africa and Asia primarily to dominate trade routes rather than expand their territorial claims. Developed by Portuguese navigators, over fifty fortified trading sites were placed strategically between West Africa and East Asia, enabling them to levy duties on merchant ships.

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