How did the Protestant Reformation impact European exploration during the 16th century?(2 points) Responses

Exploration efforts were primarily driven by Catholic nations, as they sought to spread Catholicism to new territories

The Reformation had no direct influence on exploration.

Protestant nations were more inclined to support exploration for trade and economic expansion.

The Reformation led to a decline in interest and funding for exploration.

-Protestant nations were more inclined to support exploration for trade and economic expansion.

-Exploration efforts were primarily driven by Catholic nations, as they sought to spread Catholicism to new territories.