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Which of the following economic reasons did the United States have for declaring war on Britain in 1812?

1.Anger over community property
2.Damage to American trade
3.Agreement over land claims in Texas
4.Competition for gold mines in California

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I think the answer is 2. Because Britain would seize American ships that traded with France they would also take American sailors.
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Because it seems right
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