Which factor motivated european imperialism in the 18th and 19th centuries?

a. european populations were shrinking as citizens immigrated to america.
b. europeans hoped to spread democratic forms of government around the world.
c. european citizens were demanding new freedoms based on enlightenment ideals.
d. europeans believed they were superior to other racial, ethnic, and religious groups.

D. Europeans believed they were superior to other racial, ethnic, and religious groups.

Imperialism refers to the government practice of extending power over other areas by territorial acquisition or political and economic control. It is often used to define the foreign policies of European powers from the 15th to the 19th centuries.

Imperialism always includes the use of power and repression, however, it has not always been motivated by economic or political gains. Some imperialist attempts were seen as "philanthropic," as Europeans believed their culture to be superior to that of other regions of the world. They believed it was their mission to bring "civilization" and "culture" to other countries in order to improve the lifestyle of the population.

d) eastern business owners and former federalists

the ottoman empire was dwindling and two large to manage

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