Edge APWH 2021 Refer to the map.

Map of Trade Routes and World Religions in the Late 15th Century. A key notes Islamic areas, Christian areas, Buddhist areas, and Trade routes. Most of Europe and parts of Africa are Christian. Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Russia are Islamic. China, Japan, and other east Asian countries are Buddhist. Trade routes are marked with solid lines.

Which of the following best explains the pattern of sailing routes shown on the map?

Traders preferred long-distance, high-profit routes across the open ocean.
Traders followed wind patterns when they could, but mostly stayed near the coasts for safety.
Traders selected ports based on their connection to overland trade routes, such as rivers and plains.
Traders focused on overland routes, but used short sea hops to get around mountain ranges when needed.