The answer is C, Their population decreased by nearly 20%
Answer:
This economic system resulted in a favorable balance of trade for England, with greater exports than imports.
Explanation:
The goal of the economic philosophy and system of mercantlism was to generate a positive balance of trade for the mother country, at the expense of the colonies.
In the case of England, the idea was to enrich England at the expense of colonies such as the North American colonies.
The system was succesful in this particular economic area, but it did not necessarily benefit the majority of people in both England and the colonies.
I think the text says that because, in order to be a citizen (or functioning member of that society) you need to hold yourself accountable for the mistakes you make and to correct yourself based on what you from them.
