IB History Exam Prep

Answer - B - An increased population was the main cause of the Price Revolution in the sixteenth century.

Key Takeaway: The Price Revolution refers to a series of economic hits that Europe took during the mid-15^th century to the mid-17^th century. During this time, Western Europe experienced a hugely-high rate of inflation, due to mass increases in population. On average, prices rose roughly sixfold over a period of 150 years.