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Why did China become more open to influence of foreign nations after the end of the 1700s?
  1. China had begun to welcome Christian missionaries to westernize the country.
  2. China’s national wealth had declined and it was in danger of slipping further backward in technological and scientific advancements.
  3. England promised military support to China.
  4. China’s economy was in the midst of a boom and China wanted to increase trade with the West.
Explanation
Answer - B - China became more open to the influence of foreign nations after the end of the 1700s because its national wealth had declined and it was in danger of slipping further backward in technological and scientific advancements.

Key Takeaway: China’s population grew faster than its economy toward the end of the 1700s. Because of this, poverty increased and the country had started to decline in terms of scientific advancements, technology, and geopolitical influence. So at this time, China began to welcome influence from foreign nations in order to not slip further backward.
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