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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Explain why Columbus thought that the quickest way to reach Asia was by sailing west—and why he was wrong.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i got the first part, but i don't know what he did wrong.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Because at that time, South and North America was not discovered yet. So Columbus thought going west is possible to go to Asia.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Is that right?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

hang on i got to do 2 more questions

OpenStudy (anonymous):

yes it was right!

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