What influenced the japanese belief that merchants did not contribute much to society? (5 points)

buddhism

confucianism

hinduism

shintoism

the one that influenced the japanese belief that merchants did not contribute much to society is : Confucianism Confucianism pretty much condemn materialistic behavior and believe that money is root of evil. Since merchants main goal is to gain profit, Confucianism tend to see merchant in a negative way.

Explanation:

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representative government

explanation:

american revolution: major events leading to declaration of independence. 1765-1766; tax introduced on legal documents to pay for defense of colonies. 1766: stamp act repealed after merchants protesting due to their goods not being bout and officials being threatened.