Explanation: The navigation acts are a series of laws that restrict the use of foreign ships in England's trade. It was the first step for England to become the most important naval power in the world. Adam Smith called them the wisest trade regulations in England. These laws were: 1. Trade with other countries only through colonial or British ships
2. 3/4 colonial or British population on ships
3. Certain goods only go to England
4. Almost all goods must pass through English ports to trade with he colonies or Britian
The Navigation Acts were a list of laws that the British Parliament passed in order to restrict colonial trade. Since Great Britain based its economy on mercantilism, colonies in America were considered a source to boost Britain both financially and in statal power. These Navigation Acts increased tensions in the colonies and eventually led to revolution.
