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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

Colonies served as centers for cultural exchange and intellectual development
Colonies served as centers for cultural exchange and intellectual development

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

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

Explanation: Mercantilist policy sought to maximize exports and accumulate wealth; colonies supplied cheap raw materials and were restricted to buying finished goods from the mother country, supporting its trade surplus.