According to mercantilist theory, what role should colonies primarily serve?

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Be given independence at the earliest opportunityViewed as a financial liability to the colonizing nationSupported in establishing their own manufacturing sectorsObtained to act as markets and suppliers of raw materialsAllowed to operate autonomously from the colonial power

Explanation

Mercantilism advocates for colonies to function mainly as sources of raw materials and as captive markets for the mother country’s goods, rather than being independent or developing their own industries.