The above charts show the exchange rates between the US dollar and two other currencies in 2008. During the months shown, the number of Mexican pesos (MXN) in one dollar rose (from 10.2 to 13.1). The number of British pounds (£) in one dollar also rose (from .51 to .65).

Based on the charts, did the value of the US dollar increase or decrease during these months?

Read this quotation. i challenge the warmest advocate for reconciliation to show a single advantage that this continent can reap, by being connected with great britain. . our corn will fetch its price in any market in europe. —thomas paine, common sense, 1776 one argument for independence in this quotation is that britain's taxes are too high. britain is isolating the colonies. the colonies do not need britain. britain is taking american property.