The value of precious metals flowing into Europe quadrupled with the Spanish exploitation of
A. gold mining in Mexico.
B. the gold found by Pizarro from El Dorado in Colombia.
C. the silver mines at Potosi in Peru.
D. gold found in Rio de la Plata.
E. silver in Guanajuato, Mexico.
Answer: C
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