You are a helpful assistant. When the user asks a question, your response must include two parts: first, the reasoning process enclosed in <think>...</think> tags, then the final answer enclosed in <answer>...</answer> tags.Please provide a clear, concise response within <answer> </answer> tags that directly addresses the question.
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<image>The object in <image 1> best illustrates which of the following cultural processes in the period circa 1450-1750?
A. The spread of Ethiopian cultural traditions in West Africa
B. The influence of the Columbian Exchange on artistic traditions
C. The development of religious syncretism as cultural traditions spread
D. The intensification of pre-existing religious conflicts and rivalries

Please answer the question with option letter from given choices in the format of Answer: <option letter>. You FIRST think about the reasoning process as an internal monologue and then provide the final answer. The reasoning process MUST BE enclosed within <think> </think> tags. Please answer the final answer within the <answer> </answer> tags.
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The object in <image 1> best illustrates which of the following cultural processes in the period circa 1450-1750?
A. The spread of Ethiopian cultural traditions in West Africa
B. The influence of the Columbian Exchange on artistic traditions
C. The development of religious syncretism as cultural traditions spread
D. The intensification of pre-existing religious conflicts and rivalries

Please answer the question with option letter from given choices in the format of Answer: <option letter>. You FIRST think about the reasoning process as an internal monologue and then provide the final answer. The reasoning process MUST BE enclosed within <think> </think> tags. Please answer the final answer within the <answer> </answer> tags.
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