What role did Europeans play in Indian Ocean trade in the 16th and 17th centuries?AEuropeans allied themselves with the Mughal Empire in India as a mercenary force.BEuropean trade factories controlled the production and distribution of trade goods.CAsian demand for goods from Europe allowed Europeans to participate in pre-existing Indian ocean trade.DWith their superior naval weaponry, Europeans took control over the shipping routes, but did not establish large colonies.

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