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Question 13 • World History CR

What is the most likely reason that nations raised tariffs on imports during the Great Depression?

Answer
A
They wanted to encourage more profitable imports.
B
They wanted to increase sales of their own products.
C
They wanted to help other nations profit from trade.
D
They wanted to terminate all trade with other nations.

Explanation

During the Great Depression, nations raised tariffs—taxes on imported goods—to make foreign products more expensive. This encouraged people to buy domestically made products instead, helping increase sales for local businesses. So the best answer is “They wanted to increase sales of their own products.”

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