Why would a mercantilist likely reject an agreement by which all states are made better off but some are made better off than others are?

a. Mercantilists care only about absolute gains.
b. Mercantilists perceive political economy as a positive-sum game.
c. Mercantilists would assume that the ruling classes in each state would benefit the most.
d. Mercantilists prioritize the national interest and are, therefore, sensitive to the issue of relative gains.


d

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