The primary reason for Rome's wars in the third century b.c.e. was ______________.
A. conquest of provinces for resources
B. conquest of provinces for annexation of territory
C. to weaken potential enemies
D. obtain monopolies of trade in the Mediterranean
E. spread the religion of Jupiter the Best and Greatest
Answer: C
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