Which statement describes a factor that motivated American colonists to
declare their independence from the British Empire?
A. Great Britain controlled the colonies, but did not help regulate their
economies.
O
B. Great Britain allowed the colonists to trade with most of Europe,
but not France.
C. Great Britain taxed the colonies, but did not allow them to
participate in politics.
O
D. Great Britain refused to defend the colonies during the French and
Indian War.

America during this time was fine with the taxes but they wanted representation in the government hence the saying "No taxation without representation"

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adioabiola adioabiola · Answer 2 · 2022-03-08T11:51:09+01:00

The statement which describes the motivating factor is; Choice C; Great Britain taxed the colonies, but did not allow them to participate in politics.

American colonists and their Independence from the British empire

During the precolonial eras in America, the American colonists felt marginalized as a result of the non-participation in political affairs.

Although, Americans paid taxes which should warrant their participation in politics, the Great Britain denied them this and consequently, the American colonists embraced and declared Independence.

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