Warfare became more expensive in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries than it had been in the past because of the

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All the choices listed contributed to the increased cost of warfare during this time period. The widespread use and high cost of gunpowder and sieges led to the need for more expensive weaponry and fortifications. The growing size of armies required more resources for food, clothing, and other supplies. Maintaining armies on a year-round basis meant that troops needed to be paid and equipped regardless of whether they were actively engaged in battle.

Warfare Became More Expensive in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries