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# Colony Economic Development Constraints

## Definition

The limitations and obstacles that restrict colonial economic growth, including
trade restrictions, lack of political representation, and the costs of
military defense imposed by the mother country.

## Source Chapter

Book V, Chapter 3

## Context

Smith identifies various constraints on colonial development, arguing that
these artificial limitations prevent colonies from reaching their full economic
potential.

## Economic Domain

Regulation

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