Which is the best definition of the term annex?

How was rockefeller able to build his monopoly across the oil industry? he found newer and cheaper ways to refine oil, increasing his profits. he confined his business to ohio so he could buy all the refineries there. he bought up oil refineries, cut costs, and reinvested his profits in other refineries. he began to sell kerosene as well as oil, expanding his market.

War of 1812 allowed the us to take control of lake erie

    which of the following was anecological  result of european exploration from 1400 to 1800?   a.  increased trade with east asia      b.  the spread of epidemic diseases      c.  expansion of english territory      d.  the spread of christianity