During the pre-Revolutionary War period, approximately how was the American population divided among Loyalists, Patriots, and Neutralists?(1 point)ResponsesOne-third were Loyalists, one-third were Patriots, and one-third were NeutralistsOne-third were Loyalists, one-third were Patriots, and one-third were NeutralistsMost were Patriots, with very few Loyalists or NeutralistsMost were Patriots, with very few Loyalists or NeutralistsTwo-thirds were Loyalists and one-third were PatriotsTwo-thirds were Loyalists and one-third were PatriotsHalf were Neutralists and the rest were divided between Loyalists and Patriots

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The most widely accepted estimate of the population distribution during the pre-Revolutionary War period is that most were Patriots, with a significant but smaller number of Loyalists and Neutralists. Therefore, the most accurate response would be:

Most were Patriots, with very few Loyalists or Neutralists.