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Which of the following was a major effect of the American victory over British troops in the Battle of Saratoga?

A. Thousands of British loyalists fled from the American colonies to Canada.

B. The battle marked the official end to the Revolutionary War.

C. An increase in colonial resistance led to the formation of more militias.

D. France recognized American freedom and joined the war against Britain.

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Answer:

D

Step-by-step explanation:

It gave the Patriots a major morale boost and persuaded the French, Spanish and Dutch to join their cause against a mutual rival.

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