Question

Which of the following is an example of a mercantilist policy?(4 points)
Responses

High tariffs are placed on imported goods of foreign countries.
High tariffs are placed on imported goods of foreign countries.

Chattel slavery is used to increase profits on plantation produced goods.
Chattel slavery is used to increase profits on plantation produced goods.

Workers are moved from rural to urban areas for labor.
Workers are moved from rural to u
rban areas for labor.

Increased funding for land based exploration of territories.

Answer 1

High tariffs are placed on imported goods of foreign countries.

Explanation: Mercantilist policy emphasizes protecting domestic industries and accumulating wealth (bullion) by restricting imports and encouraging exports, so imposing high tariffs on imports is a classic mercantilist measure.