Question

The debate over economic issues was especially heated during the Gilded Age. In general, Democrats wanted __________ tariffs to encourage foreign trade, while Republicans wanted __________ tariffs to ensure domestic industrial expansion.

Answer 1

i think

Low tariffs would encourage foreign trade because foreign countries would not have to pay as much to trade.

High tariffs would give the government/economy more money and stability for expansion.

Answer 2

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