Europeans were able to expand their exploration and command of the oceans due to the
A) shift away from traditional portolani.
B) rejection of the Chinese sternpost rudder.
C) combination of lateen sails with square rigging and the ability to build ever larger and more mobile ships.
D) construction of gigantic ships.
E) cheaper cost of sailing.

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Europeans were able to expand their exploration and command of the oceans due to the combination of lateen sails with square rigging and the ability to build ever larger and more mobile ships. This allowed for greater maneuverability and speed, making it possible to sail into previously uncharted waters and withstand oceanic weather conditions.

Europeans Were Able to Expand Their Exploration and Command of the Oceans