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Expansion, Reform, and Imperialism — Test

Question 2 • US History

Why did the Interstate Commerce Commission have difficulty enforcing reforms?

Answer
A
The commission members supported laissez-faire policies.
B
The courts often ruled against the commission.
C
The commission had no power to ban rate discrimination.
D
The courts would not hear cases on interstate commerce.

Explanation

The Interstate Commerce Commission could investigate railroad practices, but its authority was limited by court decisions. Courts often overturned or restricted the commission’s actions, making reforms difficult to enforce. Therefore, the correct choice is “The courts often ruled against the commission.”

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