1which of the following was not a reason that europeans undertook sea explorations in the northwest? they wanted to increase their power. they wanted to increase their wealth. they wanted to establish an independent nation. they wanted to open new trade routes. question 2.2. which of the following countries was not a major player in the european explorations of northwest in the late 1700s? russia france england the united states question 3.3. what was the most significant impact of russian