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C, its strong military rule was able to defeat other nations. It was chiefly known for its military technology and large military force, earning itself the nickname of "gunpowder empire".
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Option: C. Its strong military was able to defeat other nations.
Explanation:
The Ottoman Empire expanded its territories since it became powerful in the reign of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. The Ottoman Empire was a military institution, dedicated to extending Islam by conquering the lands of the unbelievers. The Ottoman Empire had strong military forces with advanced firearms and cannons. The Empire was one of the gunpowder empires because of its use in warfare.