In the late fifteenth century, the desire in Europe to look for new lands was spurred in part by
A. the expansion of feudalism.
B. the declining political power of many monarchs.
C. a desire to escape the Black Death.
D. significant population growth.
E. the absence of a merchant class.
Answer: D
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