I believe it's A: capitalizing on the harsh post-war conditions in their countries.
Because the earth's climate is CONSTANTLY in flux and what today is a desert was once a tropical forest.
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The correct option is B: Restricting imports
<em>Mercantilism </em>is an economic policy that some countries take to protect the inner commerce. It was very popular in Europe between the 16th and the 18th centuries, but it is highly criticized nowadays.
The policies taken by the government mainly include:
- <em>Restrict imports</em>
- <em>Make the national industry grow</em>
- <em>Regulate the domestic market</em>
Among others.
