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The two main factors that enabled the Portuguese to begin overseas exploration were advances in maritime technology, such as improved ship design and navigation tools, and the support of wealthy sponsors like Prince Henry the Navigator who funded expeditions and encouraged exploration.
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For exploration one need direction and vehicle. In history, Europe use technology of making long distance ship and determine direction by using star and then improved to compass and etc.
Help which one is it A) a mariner's compass B) circumnavigation C) the astrolabe D) the caravel
(true or false)advances in technology never depend on advances in science
Prince Henry the Navigator of Portugal is often credited with initiating the Age of Exploration in the 15th century. He sponsored many expeditions, encouraged exploration of the coast of Africa, and supported the development of navigational technology.
Capitalism
Barbie Explorer happened in 2001.
Technology advances were pocket calculators and touchtone telephones.
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