What was the difference between a british colony in africa and the british sphere of influence in china in the late 1800s?

great britain allowed the chinese to keep a weak government; in africa, britain directly controlled all aspects of the colonies' economies and governments.

great britain allowed africans to rule themselves; in china, britain controlled all aspects of the chinese government.

great britain allowed a strong chinese government; to remain in power in africa, britain directly controlled each colony’s economy and government.

great britain exerted economic influence in africa; in china, britain directly controlled all aspects of the economy.