This map shows the territories held by Spain at the height of its empire. Based on the map, how would the loss of territory to South American revolutions affect Spain? A. Spain would be stronger militarily, since it wouldn't have to defend an expansive empire.

B. Spain would lose most of its territorial holdings.

C. Spain would be limited to territories in North America.

D. Spain would abandon naval power since it wouldn't need ships to access territories abroad.