Why did many merchants remain loyal to great britain?

A. They feared patriots would raise taxes on their goods

B. They had ties to Britain's businesses and resources

C. They hoped Britain's upcoming alliance with france would be profitable

D. Their puritan faith bound them to the king

The correct answer is B. They had ties to Britain's businesses and resources

Explanation:

Before and during the American Revolutionary War people in the colonies split into Loyalist who supported the idea Great Britain should control the colonies and Patriots who pursued the independence from Great Britain. In the case of merchants, most of them were Loyalist, this can be explained as during that moment trade occurred mainly with Britain and therefore, merchant depended on Great Britain which meant their businesses were at risk. Therefore, the reason many merchants remain loyal to Great Britain was that they had ties to Britain's businesses and resources.