Question

the british officially recognized americas independence in 1783 when
the fighting ended after the war.
george washington was elected president.
the treaty of paris was signed.
the declaration of independence was passed.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• "the fighting ended after the war" is vague and not the formal recognition event.
• George Washington was elected president in 1789, not related to 1783 recognition.
• The Treaty of Paris (1783) was the formal agreement where Britain recognized US independence.
• The Declaration of Independence was passed in 1776, declaring independence, not the British recognition.

Answer:

C. the Treaty of Paris was signed.