Under mercantilist doctrine, the American colonies were expected to do all of the following except

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Under mercantilist doctrine, the American colonies were not expected to become economically self-sufficient as soon as possible. Instead, they were expected to serve the economic interests of the mother country (in this case, Britain) by supplying valuable resources, providing markets for British goods, and helping to build up the Royal Navy. Becoming self-sufficient would have undermined these goals.

Under Mercantilist Doctrine, the American Colonies Were Expected to Do