AP World Historyeasymcq1 pt
Mercantilism held that a nation's wealth was measured by
A.its stock of precious metals
B.the happiness of its people
C.its number of colonies alone
D.free trade volumes
Explanation
Core Concept
Mercantilists pursued bullion through trade surpluses, using colonies as sources and markets.
Correct Answer
Aits stock of precious metals
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