Examine Map 10-2.According to the map, which of the following statements is true?

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Map 10-2 shows that by 1600, Spain had claimed most of coastal Central and South America, with only a small portion of Brazil owned by Portugal. Spain also held claims in North America, Africa, and some parts of Asia (including modern-day Philippines). However, Portugal had relatively small claims in the New World compared to Spain. Therefore, statement A is true according to the map.