In What Ways Did Colonies Contribute to the Process of Industrialization

question 48

Multiple Choice

In what ways did colonies contribute to the process of industrialization in Britain?

• A)They furnished raw materials for manufacturers,but were too poor to buy British manufactured goods.
• B)They bought British manufactured goods only.
• C)They provided labor in offshore sweatshops.
• D)They furnished raw materials for manufacturers and provided a market for British manufactured goods.

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