Question

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which development during the commercial revolution laid the foundation for capitalism in europe?
a. the employment of more workers to transform raw materials into finished goods
b. the failure of joint stock companies to reduce the financial risk for investors
c. the expansion of the agricultural economy due to more productive farming techniques
d. the decline in european economies due to mercantilist policies

Explanation:

During the Commercial Revolution, the employment of more workers to transform raw materials into finished goods was a key development. This led to the growth of manufacturing, which is a fundamental aspect of capitalism. Joint - stock companies actually helped in reducing financial risks (so B is wrong). The expansion of the agricultural economy (C) was more related to feudal - like structures rather than the foundation of capitalism. And the decline in European economies due to mercantilist policies (D) is not a positive factor for the foundation of capitalism.

Answer:

A. The employment of more workers to transform raw materials into finished goods