A royal colony is owned by the King/Queen, while a proprietary colony is owned by ________________.

A. A totalitarian leader

B. Wealthy investors and businessmen

C. The original founders

D. All individuals living in the colony

It is not C !

Is it A >>

No.

http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/479251/proprietary-colony

Looks like B then

Yes.

Thank you for help Ms. Sue

You are welcome.

No, a proprietary colony is not owned by a totalitarian leader.

A proprietary colony is actually owned by wealthy investors and businessmen, as mentioned in option B. These investors and businessmen would typically receive a charter from the monarchy, allowing them to establish and govern the colony. In turn, they would often have significant control and influence over the colony's development and affairs.