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What role did colonialism play in the development of mercantilism?(1 point)
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Colonial powers aimed to establish egalitarian societies through economic integration
Colonial powers aimed to establish egalitarian societies through economic integration

Colonial powers sought to spread democratic ideals through trade
Colonial powers sought to spread democratic ideals through trade

Colonies provided raw materials and served as captive markets for the mother country
Colonies provided raw materials and served as captive markets for the mother country

Colonies served as centers for cultural exchange and intellectual development

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Colonies provided raw materials and served as captive markets for the mother country.

Explanation: Mercantilism encouraged states to accumulate wealth by exporting more than importing; colonies supplied cheap raw materials and were restricted to buy manufactured goods from the mother country, supporting a favorable balance of trade.