Question

During the Renaissance (14th to 17th century) Europe saw a rise in sea navigation and exploration to North and South America. How did this exploration affect Europe's trade market with Africa?

Answer 1

The exploration affected Europe's trade market with Africa by decreasing it.

Explanation:

Since Europe could now go to North and South America they would find more resources there and not get them from Africa.

Answer 2

The answer is It made Europe increasingly dependent on Africa for trade.

Step-by-step explanation:

European sea navigation and exploration led to increasing dependence on Africa for trade, especially for slave labor to use in North and South America. Sea navigation opened Europe's markets, building interdependence across the oceans.