Which of these statements best summarizes the
situation in north america in the mid-1700s?
european nations agreed to peacefully divide
the continent.
european nations were joining forces to
each other's settlements.
european nations agreed with each other on
boundaries for land claims.
european nations were competing for control
of north america.

The statement that best summarizes the situation in North America in the mid-1700s is that the European nations were competing for control of North America.

Explanation:

The contemporary world politics that was dominated by the three powerful countries of Spain, Britain, and France revolved mostly around the idea of controlling the continent of North America. Spain had succeeded in spreading its legs even in a few territories in the South American continent. Out of these three powers, the one that could successfully establish its dominance on the continent was that of Britain (as the 13 colonies of America hosted majority British residents).