What did James Otis argue was the most significant consequence of allowing Writs of Assistance to be legal? (1 point)

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A) It would lead to more privacy for the colonists.
A) It would lead to more privacy for the colonists.

B) It would give too much power to custom-house officers, potentially leading to abuse.
B) It would give too much power to custom-house officers, potentially leading to abuse.

C) It would give the colonists too much power.
C) It would give the colonists too much power.

D) It would undermine the authority of King George III.

Answer 1

B) It would give too much power to custom-house officers, potentially leading to abuse.