Why did many merchants remain loyal to Great Britain?

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They feared patriots would raise taxes on their goods.
They had ties to Britain's businesses and resources.
They hoped Britain’s upcoming alliance with France would be profitable.
Their Puritan faith bound them to the king.

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Many merchants remained loyal to Great Britain primarily because they had ties to Britain's businesses and resources. This connection often included financial interests and established trade relationships that could be jeopardized by the upheaval caused by the American Revolution.