During the first half of the eighteenth century, royal officials in America

A. contributed to England's overall decentralized control of the colonies.
B. had no significant influence on colonial finances.
C. began to increase the presence of British troops in the colonies.
D. were generally able and honest administrators.
E. chose Philadelphia as the capital of the colonies.


Answer: A

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