Which of the following was the most lucrative source of wealth for European planters in the Americas in the seventeenth century?
A) Rice
B) Corn
C) Spices
D) Sugar

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Sugar was the most lucrative source of wealth for European planters in the Americas in the seventeenth century because it was in high demand in Europe and could be grown in large quantities on plantations using forced labor. Rice and corn were also important crops, but they did not bring in as much profit as sugar. Spices were not a major crop in the Americas during this time period.

Which of the Following Was the Most Lucrative Source of Wealth