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What was the significance of the Declaratory Act?

A- Parliament declared that the colonies had to pay taxes on every imported item.
B- The King declared that he was in complete control, regardless of Parliament.
C- Parliament asserted that it had the right to tax the colonists even though they had no representation in the government.
D- The Sons of Liberty declared that, in the absence of a colonial legislature, they were in charge.

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Answer:

C

Step-by-step explanation:

This act basically stated that parliament had total control over the colonies and had the right to tax them.

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