Based on this map, which of the following statements about colonization during the 18th century is true?

l. the colonial powers most often settled territory with access to the sea.
ll. the colonial powers were not interested in african territories.
lll. the colonial powers from different states did not target the same colonial areas.
lv. the colonial powers of spain and portugal were the strongest forces in south america.

a) i only
b)i and ii
c)i and iv
d)ii and iii
e)i, ii, and iii