Encouraging trade is an example of what

promoting the general welfare

Explanation:

International trade is the environment in which countries trade goods that each produces. This is a way of improving economies and securing the supply of products in all countries involved. For example, if a country does not produce fruit but produces manufactures, that country may trade with a country that produces fruit but does not manufacture. In this way, citizens of both countries will have access to both types of products and social welfare improves.

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During 15 and 16 th century Spain as a beautiful country. they traded goods across the Atlantic ocean.

Explanation:

Spanish empire was very big with a strong naval force. It fought against Ottoman empire, France and in America, Spain wanted its colonies to be independent. Due to the rise of the Portuguese and European powers, Spain lost most of its territories.

Roman Catholic churches were famous in Spain which were brought to America too due to the colonization. Together with Portuguese, Spain entered many international trades. Spanish empire began from 16th century after the arrival of Christopher Columbus after which famous Aztec, Inca and Mayan empire can be seen even today.