From 1690 to 1760, parliament and the king of england allowed colonists in america to exercise a great deal of control over local and regional matters. historians have described this practice as "salutary neglect."
which of the following happened as a direct result of this policy?
a the colonies developed a strong tradition of self-government.
b many proprietary colonies were converted to royal colonies.
c the colonies refused to participate in a system of common defense.
d many colonies sought economic aid from other countries.