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Why did the Continental Congress have a difficult time funding the Continental Army?
A.
The central government established under the Articles of Confederation had no power to collect taxes.*******
B.
The Continental Army had no built up reserve of weapons and therefore was extremely expensive to create.
C.
Trade with Britain was suspended as a result of the Declaration of Independence, and the American economy suffered from a depression.
D.
Many of America's wealthiest landowners were not in favor of the Revolutionary War and refused to contribute funding.
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Answered by Ms. Sue
Yes, A.
Answered by Maryam
A. The central government established under the Articles of Confederation had no power to collect taxes.
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