Answer:
The correct answer is most definitely because the old land routes were no longer safe and reliable.
Explanation:
During the rule of the Mongol Empire, Asian goods traveled overland to get to Europe. With the collapse of the Mongol Empire, trade became more dangerous and thus declined. Europeans sought out Asian goods, especially spices. High demand for goods from Asia and Africa led to the opportunity to make a large profit using sea-based trade routes.
