Which of the following accurately describes the outcome of the revolutions of 1848?
A. while the revolutions brought down Napoleon's empire, they were unable to create a balance of power between European countries
B. While the revolutions were relatively non-violent, they were still able to free most colonies from European domination
C. Though the revolutions were short-lived, they established most of the current borders for European countries.
D. Though the revolutions failed to establish new governments, they helped spread ideas that inspired later revolutions.