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Question 8 • Crowley Credit Recovery US History Studies Since 1877 A

Why did the Interstate Commerce Commission have difficulty enforcing reforms?

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

Explanation

The Interstate Commerce Commission was created to regulate railroads, but its authority was limited by court decisions that often overturned or weakened its actions. This made it difficult for the commission to enforce reforms. The correct choice is “The courts often ruled against the commission.”

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