What was the main reason that Europe began to trade opium for Chinese goods?

A. to destabilize Chinese society
B. to ensure better trading profits
C. to increase demand for the good
D. to put down any Chinese rebellions

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What was the main reason that Europe began to trade opium for Chinese goods?

	A.	to destabilize Chinese society
	B.	to ensure better trading profits
	C.	to increase demand for the good
	D.	to put down any Chinese rebellions

micahm · Answer

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micahm · Answer

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