Question

how did europeans take advantage of their spreading disease in the late 1400s and early 1500s? it caused new civilizations to rise. it affected people only in the americas. it forced indigenous peoples to trade with europeans. it weakened the military power of indigenous peoples.

Explanation:

In the late 1400s and early 1500s, when Europeans brought diseases to the Americas, the Indigenous peoples had no immunity. This led to high - mortality rates among them, which in turn weakened their military capabilities as many warriors and leaders fell ill or died. New civilizations did not rise as a result of this; the diseases were not limited to just the Americas as they could spread through trade routes; and while trade was affected, the main advantage for Europeans was the weakening of Indigenous military power.

Answer:

It weakened the military power of Indigenous peoples.