Why Did the Chinese Abandon Ocean Exploration in 1433

Multiple Choice

Why did the Chinese abandon ocean exploration in 1433?

A) They were too slow in developing ships that would allow them to stay at sea for long periods of time.
B) They were distracted by the Dark Ages.
C) They were not interested in showing the wealth or power of the Ming Dynasty to other peoples of the world.
D) Political winds changed, and the cost of the exercise was deemed too great.