What was the most significant result of Ferdinand Magellan's exploration
A. He was the first European to see the Pacific Ocean
B. He died in the Caribbean Islands
C. He led the conquering of the Aztecs
D. His voyages showed that the circumference of the earth was longer than what Columbus had estimated
Answer: D. His voyages showed that the circumference of the earth was longer than what Columbus had estimated
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