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what role did the continental congress play in relation to currency dur…

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what role did the continental congress play in relation to currency during the revolutionary war? a. they promoted the use of gold coins only b. they banned the use of paper money c. they printed british pounds d. they issued currency to sustain the war effort

Explanation:

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During the Revolutionary War, the Continental Congress issued currency known as "Continentals" to finance the war effort as they lacked the resources and established financial - systems of the British. They did not promote gold coins only, ban paper money, or print British pounds.

Answer:

d. They issued currency to sustain the war effort