Question

Why did European explorers want to open a sea route to Asia

Answer 1

Merchants thought they would make larger profits if they found a sea route because it would be a lot faster and they could trade more goods.

Answer 2

To trade for exotic goods.

Step-by-step explanation:

In the olden times, the Asian subcontinent was a very wealthy market with many forms of spices that weren't available in the European market. So in opening a trade route to Asia, the traders were able to trade in these exotic spices without having to deal with the marauders and bandits on the land route. So they were able to make good profit margins.