A historian is analyzing the map referenced in the accompanying quiz documents. He has been told that it was produced by European explorers in
the 15th century, but he argues that it was not. Which of the following, if true,
would most strongly support his argument?
O A. Mapmaking skills were considered worthless by most 15th-
century Europeans.
O B. European explorers first mapped Australia during the 17th century.
C. The map does not accurately reflect the relative sizes of Europe
and Africa.
D. Few European maps from the 15th century have survived to the
present day.