Britain's argument for taxes like the Stamp Act can be summarized as follows: the taxes were necessary to help cover the costs of maintaining British troops in the American colonies and to pay off debts incurred during the Seven Years' War. The British government believed that since the colonies benefited from the protection and services provided by British forces, they should contribute financially through taxation. Additionally, Britain asserted that the colonies had representation in Parliament, which justified Parliament's right to impose taxes on them.
Which statement best summarizes Britain's argument for taxes like the Stamp Act?
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