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What was the primary reason for Denmark-Norway's colonial expansion?
Trade
Religious conversion
Military conquest
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Answer
The primary reason for Denmark-Norway's colonial expansion was trade. Christian IV initiated the policy of expanding Denmark-Norway's overseas trade, as part of the mercantilist wave that was sweeping Europe.
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