Which enlightenment thinker inspired thomas jefferson's concept of natural rights when he wrote the declaration of independence?

a. john locke
b. adam smith
c. isaac newton
d. james watt

i'm almost certain it was john locke.

Historians point to a number of reasons that the american revolution was successful. explain why the united states was able to secure independence. in your answer, be careful to detail one of the major reasons why the founders were able to win the war while elaborating on a major british advantage that they were able to overcome.