Which of the following best describes why Mohammad the second to continue to trade with the genoese, despite their alliance with the byzantines

Question

A)Genoa was also a Muslim kingdom and it’s similar faith made it a natural Ally
B) the Genoese betrayed the byzantines so the ottomans trusted them
C) they were already trading partners
De Mohammad the second understood the importance and benefits of maintaining trade with the Genoese just as the byzantines understood

Answer 1

C) they were already trading partners