Which of the following was true of colonizers?

A) They used the majority of the crops planted to feed the local population.
B) They encouraged population growth among the local people to ensure a large supply of low-cost workers.
C) They distributed the country’s raw materials among the citizens.
D) They determined what crops should be planted based on the needs of the local population.


Answer: B

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