Which of the following statements DOES NOT reflect the policy of protectionism instituted by the British government?
1) First Nations became isolated from Canada's mainstream economy.
2) First Nations could sell land to private buyers.
3) First Nations lost land.
4) Settlers could not force First Nations to sell.
2) First Nations could sell land to private buyers.
This statement does not reflect the policy of protectionism instituted by the British government. Protectionism aims to protect and promote domestic industries and interests by implementing measures such as import tariffs, quotas, and restrictions on foreign competition. The statement suggests that First Nations had the autonomy to sell their land to private buyers, which does not align with protectionist policies.