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What was the base of the economy in Canada for centuries?

  1. Technology and innovation

  2. Farming and exporting natural resources

  3. Automobile manufacturing

  4. Tourism

The correct answer is: Farming and exporting natural resources

For centuries, farming and exporting natural resources has been the main source of income for Canada. Even though technology and innovation have become increasingly important in recent years, they were not a major part of the Canadian economy until the last few decades. Similarly, automobile manufacturing and tourism may contribute to the economy, but they were not the base of it for centuries. Therefore, the most accurate answer is B.