Question

which winds did early explorers prefer to use in their travels?
trade winds
doldrums
horse latitudes
polar easterlies

Explanation:

Trade winds are steady, predictable winds that blow from east to west in the tropics. Early explorers, especially those traveling by sail - powered ships, preferred trade winds as they provided a consistent force to move their vessels across the oceans. Doldrums are areas of calm winds, which would be unhelpful for sailing ships. Horse latitudes are also areas of relatively calm or light winds. Polar easterlies are in high - latitude regions and were not as relevant for the main trade and exploration routes of early explorers in the lower latitudes.

Answer:

trade winds