What advantage did better weaponry give Spanish conquistadors over the Aztec and Inca empires?

Question

Multiple choice question.
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A)
It inspired the Aztec and Inca develop better weapons of their own.

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B)
It allowed relatively fewer men to control large populations.

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C)
It caused the Aztec and Inca to fear the Spanish and give up.

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D)
It gave the Spanish great speed to get away in battle.

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

B) It allowed relatively fewer men to control large populations.

The superior weaponry of the Spanish conquistadors, which included firearms, steel swords, and artillery, enabled them to exert control over large numbers of Aztec and Inca warriors despite being outnumbered.