What was the impact of the British decision in 1783 to deny the United States the right to trade with the British West Indies?
A) The United States attempted to colonize one of the islands.
B) The United States declared an embargo on England.
C) U.S. ships began to sail under the French flag.
D) U.S. merchants were economically devastated.

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The British decision to deny the United States the right to trade with the British West Indies severely impacted U.S. merchants who had previously relied on this trade. This led to significant economic difficulties for them.

What Was the Impact of the British Decision in 1783