C plantations is the awnser
"for cutting off our trade with all parts of the world"
Trade focused on generating income for the crown only
THE SENATE HAVES MORE POWER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE THAN THE OTHER
The answer is B
Basically, Europe (Britain, Germany, Russia, France, etc.) was trying to divide up China among itself. America (since they now had the Philippines and could trade more in Asia) wanted to make sure they weren't locked out of trading with China. So the US kinda stepped into the discussion and said "I think that no matter what happens, let's not stop anyone from trading here. So even if Russia or Britain hates us at some point, that doesn't stop us from doing what we need to do."
What's funny is most of Europe went along with it. (except Russia because Russia don't care).
They are usually by ratio or by fixed/variable.
