Read the paragraph from the section "Western Dominance." By the early 20th century, having
effectively disarmed the indigenous
societies that were there before
them, colonists dominated through
violence, Western colonial
governments also left deep marks
on their surroundings. Nowhere is
this more evident than in the
economy. Production of tin, oil,
rubber, sugar, rice, tobacco, coffee,
tea and other commodities grew, ,
driven by both government and
private activity. This brought rapid
changes to the physical and human
landscape. It tied Southeast Asia to
a new worldwide capitalist system

What conclusion is BEST supported by the
paragraph above?