Question
How did advancements in maritime technology contribute to European exploration during the Age of Discovery (1400s-1500s)?(2 points)
A. Introduction of the steam engine
B. Proliferation of the telegraph
C. Development of advanced cartography techniques
D. invention of the printing press
A. Introduction of the steam engine
B. Proliferation of the telegraph
C. Development of advanced cartography techniques
D. invention of the printing press
Answers
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The correct answer is:
C. Development of advanced cartography techniques
Advancements in maritime technology, particularly in cartography, enabled more accurate navigation and mapping of seas and coasts, which significantly contributed to European exploration during the Age of Discovery. This led to better understanding of the world and facilitated longer voyages.
C. Development of advanced cartography techniques
Advancements in maritime technology, particularly in cartography, enabled more accurate navigation and mapping of seas and coasts, which significantly contributed to European exploration during the Age of Discovery. This led to better understanding of the world and facilitated longer voyages.