European explorers searched for the Northwest Passage primarily to discover a new sea route to Asia. They aimed to find a more direct and efficient path for trade, particularly for valuable goods like spices, silk, and other commodities.
Why did European explorers search for the Northwest Passage?(1 point)Responsesto find the legendary waters of the Fountain of Youthto find the legendary waters of the Fountain of Youthto find the legendary Seven Cities of Goldto find the legendary Seven Cities of Goldto discover new technology for crossing the Atlantic Oceanto discover new technology for crossing the Atlantic Oceanto discover a new sea route to Asia
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