Respuesta :

For many American colonists, the benefits of membership in the British Empire had offset its costs. Naval protection, access to a large free-trading area, easy credit, cheap manufactures, and restricted foreign competition had all contributed to a strong sense of loyalty to Britain and the Crown
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Answer:

They had ties to Britain's businesses and resources.

Explanation:

The loyalists were concerned about mob rule, losing their lands and property, and being supported by Britain's resources and economics. They also didn't believe that this new country could govern itself.