Which option did the colonies offer britain under mercantilism? a. a role for british navy in providing protection b. expensive products for export c. a cheap source of raw materials d. a place to sell their gold and silver

the triple alliance. germany and austria-hungary were already allies by 1879 when, worried about a threat from russia, they formed the dual alliance. italy joined the group in 1882. there was a concern about a possible attack from france and the alliance needed powerful friends to defend it.