What is one way in which European politics changed because of the expansion and global trade during the 15th to 18th centuries?

AAs private merchants became wealthier and more powerful, monarchies came to an end.

BEuropean military forces formed permanent alliances to conquer and rule over American natives.

CThe wealth of European monarchs influenced other countries to adopt monarchy as a form of government.

DEuropeans living in the Americas gained political power as their colonies became wealthier.