What was the significance of the 1884 Berlin Conference?

A.
European countries subdivided Africa for colonial rule.
B.
European countries established a timeline for granting independence to African colonies.
C.
Germany signed a treaty ending the Franco-Prussian War.
D.
England and Germany allied to usurp African territory that was held by France and the Netherlands.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A. European countries subdivided Africa for colonial rule.