What is the difference between capitalism, or the free enterprise system, and
mercantilism?

a. capitalism is based on equal treatment of workers, while
mercantilism allows women to earn lower wages than men.
) b. capitalism slows economic growth by restricting trade, while
mercantilism is based on the idea of free international trade,
) c. capitalism allows businesses to operate without regulation, while
mercantilism is based on strict government control over
economies
d. capitalism strives to eliminate social inequality, while
mercantilism allows for huge gaps between the rich and the poor