What defines a very loose association of strong, independent parts?

Confederation

Explanation:

It is a very loose association of strong independent parts. Part of the government that has one house and in the house there is one member from each state.

so, colonists did not want to pay any taxes.  

colonists did not consider themselves british citizens.  

colonists felt no sense of obligation to britain.  

colonists objected to violations of their natural rights. are the answer choices?

answer; a cost benefit analysis;