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Mercantilism was the European way of life from the 1600s to the 1800s. The idea was to encourage a balance of trade and to economically challenge foreign powers. It was also a counter measure against absolutism. Although much of Europe was a monarchy, complete control of the people in terms of economics was discouraged. Most absolute monarchies were inherited.

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