Which of the following was an argument made against slavery in the Thirteen Colonies?

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Manufacturers argued that slavery discouraged the development of Industry.
Quakers argued that slavery violated Christian principles.
Farmers argued that using slave labor was expensive and inefficient.
Puritans argued that the slave trade encouraged materialism.

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The correct argument made against slavery in the Thirteen Colonies is:

Quakers argued that slavery violated Christian principles.

Quakers were among the early groups to speak out against slavery, emphasizing the moral and ethical implications of enslaving other human beings.