Responses
A It led to increased cooperation among the major European powers.It led to increased cooperation among the major European powers.
B It resulted in the establishment of more equitable trade practices.It resulted in the establishment of more equitable trade practices.
C It increased competition and conflict among European powers.It increased competition and conflict among European powers.
D It promoted the free exchange of ideas and goods without restrictions.
1 answer
C It increased competition and conflict among European powers.
The growth of mercantilism in the 16th and 17th centuries emphasized the importance of accumulating wealth, particularly gold and silver, through a favorable balance of trade. This led to intense competition among European powers for resources, colonial territories, and trade routes, often resulting in conflicts and wars.
