Why did imperial powers often discover that colonies were not as profitable as they expected?
A) Colonies were far more costly to secure, protect, and maintain than anyone anticipated.
B) Few colonies could produce raw materials profitably.
C) Most of the capital was consumed by European settlers and their descendants who emigrated to the colonies.
D) As native elites became more educated, they tended to take over the colonies and use the profits for their own benefit.
E) Welfare programs for colonial people were more expensive than anyone anticipated.
Answer: A
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