Question

Mercantilism is an economic system where colonies

Answer 1

The correct answer is D. Export resources for the Mother Country's benefit

Mercantilism is based on the idea that a country has colonies which are exploited for resources. The exploitation benefits solely the mother country which can then compete with other world powers that have colonies. Britain did it with the American colonies for example by forcing them to trade exclusively with British merchants where the locals were at a loss.

Answer 2

I would assume it would be D. Since they're gaining wealth and power for their nation

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