What was one factor that motivated European explorers during the Age of
Exploration?

OA. They wanted to learn about the plants, animals, and cultures of
Indigenous communities.

B. They wanted to form an alliance with Indigenous peoples living in
the Valley of Mexico.

OC. They wanted to expand their nation's military power and gain
material wealth and resources.

OD. They wanted to mine vast amounts of silver and gold from
mountainous Indigenous communities.