Which of the following is a true statement about Columbus beliefs about the world?

A. He believed the world was flat.

B. He believed the world was much larger than it actually is.

C. He believed most of the Earth was covered by water.

D. He believed the Earth was much smaller then it actually is.

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Lillian Harding

19 September, 01:05

Which of the following is a true statement about Columbus beliefs about the world?

A. He believed the world was flat.

B. He believed the world was much larger than it actually is.

C. He believed most of the Earth was covered by water.

D. He believed the Earth was much smaller then it actually is.

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Talia Randall · Answer 1

D. He believed the Earth was much smaller then it actually is

Explanation:

Columbus wanted to reach India by going to the other side of the Earth. When he reach America, he actually thought he was in India. He was unaware of the actual size of the Earth. Also, he thought the Earth was pear shaped.

Which of the following is a true statement about Columbus beliefs about the world?A. He believed the world was flat.B. He believed the world was much larger than it actually is.C. He believed most of the Earth was covered by water.D. He believed the Earth was much smaller then it actually is.