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How did the navigation act of 1660 and the staple act of 1663 enhance englands mercantile system

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The mercantile purpose of the act was to make England the staple for all European products bound for the colonies, and to prevent the colonies from establishing an independent import trade. This mandated change increased shipping times and costs, which in turn, increased the prices paid by the colonists.

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