Which statement best describes why Western nations had advantages over non-Western nations during the age of imperialism? A. Western nations were ethnically and culturally diverse. B. Western nations had access to more raw materials and natural resources. C. Western nations were in control of valuable trade routes and waterways. D. Western nations had fewer religious customs, laws, and traditions dominating their societies. E. Western nations had technologies such as machine guns, steamboats, and the telegraph.