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How did the Crusades contribute to increasing trade in Europe?(1 point)
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The Crusades exposed Europeans to companies that they had never seen or experienced before, and they wanted to build companies of their own.
The Crusades exposed Europeans to companies that they had never seen or experienced before, and they wanted to build companies of their own.

The Crusades exposed Europeans to different forms of mercantilism, which made them realize they could trade with places that were farther away.
The Crusades exposed Europeans to different forms of mercantilism, which made them realize they could trade with places that were farther away.

The Crusades exposed Europeans to goods that they had never seen or experienced before, and they wanted more of them.
The Crusades exposed Europeans to goods that they had never seen or experienced before, and they wanted more of them.

The Crusades exposed Europeans to banks, which they had never seen or experienced before.
The Crusades exposed Europeans to banks, which they had never seen or experienced before.

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The Crusades exposed Europeans to goods that they had never seen or experienced before, and they wanted more of them.

Explanation: Crusaders and pilgrims brought back spices, silk, sugar, and other luxury items, creating strong demand in Europe. That demand expanded trade routes and boosted merchants and port cities (e.g., Venice, Genoa).