Exposed them to new lands to conquer as well as spread influence too. It allowed competing countries to appear superior if they conquered land in the land. Land=resources and power all equate to more economic oppurtunities
Rationalism led to the use of empiricism, or observation, in science. Francis Bacon invented the scientific method based on rationalism. It also lessened overbearing religious dogma
Answer:
The West offered new opportunities.
Explanation:
Not only that the West was non-populated by the middle of 19th Century, but its natural resources were totally unused. That is why government supported settlers, and even promised them wealth and prosperity. Many people who moved westward really gained fortune, especially during famous gold rushes.
<span>Laissez faire means hands off . its french for hands off</span>
