Question

Why did the physiocrats oppose mercantilism?

The physiocrats wanted a nation to import more goods than it exported.
The physiocrats thought that nations should accumulate bronze, not gold and silver.
Mercantilism worked for the common good.
Mercantilism allowed for government regulation of trade, which interfered with natural market forces.

Answer 1

Mercantilism allowed for government regulation of trade, which interfered with natural market forces.