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Unit 2 – Colonial Society, 1607–1754
Topic 2.4
What was the primary purpose of mercantilism for European countries during the 1500-1750 period?
To accumulate wealth and power by exporting more than importing
To encourage free trade across continents
To establish economic independence for their colonies
To import more raw materials from other countries
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