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Colony Economic System Resilience
Definition
The capacity of colonial economies to withstand and recover from economic shocks, adapt to changing conditions, and maintain long-term prosperity despite external challenges.
Source Chapter
Book V, Chapter 3
Context
Smith argues that colonial economies based on greater economic freedom tend to be more resilient than those constrained by restrictive policies, as they can more easily adapt to changing circumstances.
Economic Domain
Accumulation