In the mercantile system, colonies were useful to European countries because they
A) Absorbed products of other countries.
B) Could be counted on for manpower in case of war.
C) Had significant amounts of gold available in case of need.
D) Provided raw materials and markets for manufactured goods.

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The mercantile system relied heavily on colonies to provide raw materials for manufacturing goods in Europe, as well as serving as markets to sell those manufactured goods back to. This system helped European countries increase their wealth and power through trade and commerce.

In the Mercantile System, Colonies Were Useful to European Countries