Multiple choice

All were positive aspects of British mercantile policies except

  1. Steady market for colonial products

  2. Growth of the colonial shipbuilding industry.

  3. Trade advantages with British possessions.

  4. Restricted the natural economic growth of the colonies.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The options A, B, and C describe benefits the colonies received under the mercantile system (guaranteed markets, shipbuilding growth, and protection). Option D is a negative consequence, making it the correct answer for the 'except' question.

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