Question

Please this is for my cumulative exam

Why was New Mexico important to the Spaniards?

A. New Mexico provided water to the southern neighbors.

B. New Mexico was a defensive buffer between New Spain and other explorers.

C New Mexico produced crops and goods desired in Mexico.

D. New Mexico was important because the friars had mined so much gold.
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Answer 1

Answer: The answer is B, New Mexico was a defensive buffer between New Spain and other explorers.