Conquistadors began the destruction
Conquistadors began the destruction of South American cities, which was characterized
by ornate gold decorations, large populations, and wonderful natural
beauties.
(A) which was characterized by ornate gold decorations, large populations
(B) which was characterized by ornate gold decorations and large populations
(C) which were characterized by ornate gold decorations, large populations
(D) being characterized by ornate gold decorations and large populations
(E) characterized by ornate gold decorations, large population
What is the process of elimination for options in this question. OA is E
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