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What was the effect of Vasco da Gama's voyage to India in 1498?
A.
Portugal and Spain agreed to share ownership of overseas territories.
B.
Portugal ended all sea voyages because of the expense.
C.
Portugal was invaded by the Indian army.
D.
Portugal began trading directly with India.

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D. Portugal began trading directly with India.

Vasco da Gama's 1498 voyage opened a sea route from Europe to India around Africa, allowing Portugal to trade directly with Indian markets.