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how did the economic policy of mercantilism contribute to growing tensions between the american colonies?
colonists believed mercantilism limited their economic opportunities and favored british merchants.
colonists wanted to expand mercantilism to other european countries by open - trade policies.
colonists supported mercantilism because it allowed them greater political freedom.
mercantilism increased the colonies representation in the british parliament.

Explanation:

Mercantilism was an economic policy that favored the mother - country. Colonists felt it restricted their economic growth by limiting trade and economic opportunities in favor of British merchants. This led to growing tensions.

Answer:

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