Question

american colonists, especially patriots, reacted strongly to the series of taxes levied by the british in the years leading up to the american revolution. the new taxes, and the extreme measures taken to enforce the taxes, contrasted tremendously with the period during which great britain did not enforce laws in the american colonies. this lack of supervision is called? a salutary neglect b prolonged isolation c virtual representation d coherent imperial policy

Explanation:

The period of British non-enforcement of laws in the American colonies, which stood in contrast to the later tax crackdowns before the Revolution, is a well-known historical policy term.

Answer:

A. Salutary neglect