How did the growth of the Ottoman Empire impact European exploration during the Age of Discovery?(2 points)

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It motivated overseas exploration as the Ottomans closed major trade routes and restricted access to the East.
It motivated overseas exploration as the Ottomans closed major trade routes and restricted access to the East.

It prompted European nations to form alliances with the Ottoman Empire, leading to joint exploration ventures.
It prompted European nations to form alliances with the Ottoman Empire, leading to joint exploration ventures.

It accelerated European exploration by creating a friendly environment for trade and cultural exchange.
It accelerated European exploration by creating a friendly environment for trade and cultural exchange.

It had no significant impact on European exploration, as Ottoman influence was limited to the Middle East.

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The correct response is:

It motivated overseas exploration as the Ottomans closed major trade routes and restricted access to the East.

The growth of the Ottoman Empire significantly affected European trade dynamics and prompted nations to seek new routes to access valuable goods from the East, leading to increased exploration during the Age of Discovery.