Which areas of the Americas produced the bulk of the silver that fueled global commerce in the sixteenth century?
A) Brazil and the Andes
B) Mesoamerica and the Andes
C) Mesoamerica and Brazil
D) the Andes and the Caribbean

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The bulk of the silver that fueled global commerce in the sixteenth century came from Mesoamerica (notably from areas under the control of the Spanish Empire, such as parts of modern Mexico) and the Andes (notably the Potosí mines in modern Bolivia). These regions were rich in silver deposits, and the extraction and export of silver from these areas had a significant impact on global trade, particularly with China and Europe.

Which Areas of the Americas Produced the Bulk of the Silver