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Question 6 • United States History

What was a goal of the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890?

Answer
A
to limit foreign trade
B
to decrease interstate trade
C
to limit the power of big corporations
D
to increase the power of railroads

Explanation

The Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890 was created to curb monopolies and other practices that restrained competition. Limiting the power of large corporations helped protect competition in the marketplace. Its goal was not to decrease interstate trade or strengthen railroads.

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