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physiocrats focused on econimic reforms where as mecantilists focused on expoting more than importing

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The pros and cons of the mercantilism and physiocrats?

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Who believes in laissez faire?

the physiocrats


Who was the leader of the physiocrats?

francois quesnay


How did the physiocrats feel about mercantilism?

They hated the mercantilism


What do mercantilists advocate that a nation do?

A large supply of bullion


What basic assumption did mercantilists hold about their colonies?

Lick a nut


What were thinkers who looked for natural laws to explain economics called?

physiocrats


What were the Physiocrats and what economic policy did they argue for?

Physiocrats were a group of pre-classical economists in France who argued that the wealth of a country was made from the productive work of its labour, especially in agriculture. They advocated support and capital investment in agriculture.


What are preclassical contributions?

Preclassical contributions refer to the early economic theories developed before the classical school of economics emerged in the 18th century. These contributions laid the groundwork for later economic thought by scholars such as the physiocrats, who emphasized natural economic laws, and mercantilists, who focused on national wealth through trade and accumulation of gold and silver. Preclassical thinkers also explored topics such as value theory, international trade, and the role of government in the economy.


Did Mercantilists assume that the colonies only existed to enrich the mother country?

yes


What did the mercantilists believe?

Mercantilism is the belief that colonies exist for the benefit of the mother country.


What is the definition of physiocrats?

Physiocracy was an 18th century movement originating in France. Physiocrats were economists who believed the wealth of a nation is derived exclusively from land agriculture. Their most important contribution to economic theory was the emphasis on productive work.