The correct answer is D: they knew it would lead to an increase in enslaved people. The Dutch engaged in the arms trade with West Africa partly because it facilitated the trade in enslaved people, which was a significant aspect of their economic interests during that period.
why did the dutch begin to sell firearms to west afrika
a the portugese could not supply enough firearms
bthey wanted to keep up with the european traders
c the pope lifted his ban on firearm sales to non christians
d they knew it would lead to an increase in enslaved people
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