The physiocrats of France argued that ______________.
A. the balance of power in political terms affected the balance of trade
B. mercantilism was the best economic system
C. government regulation of trade harmed productivity
D. competition was bad for a world market
E. overseas colonies created a drain on a state's economy
Answer: C
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