Question

how did the economic policy of mercantilism contribute to growing tensions between the american colonies and great britain? a. colonists supported mercantilism because it allowed them greater political freedom. b. colonists believed mercantilism limited their economic opportunities and favored british merchants at their expense. c. mercantilism increased the colonies representation in british parliament. d. colonists wanted to expand mercantilism to other european countries for more trade options.

Explanation:

Mercantilism restricted the economic opportunities of American colonists as it favored British merchants. This led to colonists believing it was detrimental to their economic growth, contributing to tensions.

Answer:

B. Colonists believed mercantilism limited their economic opportunities and favored British merchants at their expense.