(MC)What was the main purpose of the Interstate Commerce Act of 1887?

A. to ensure the spread of manufacturing across the frontier
B. to remove import taxes for goods shipped from one state to another
C. to protect American agriculture and industry from foreign competition
D. to prevent railroads from charging farmers and merchants high shipping rates

Respuesta :

The answer is D. to prevent railroads from charging farmers and merchants high shipping rates
The Interstate Commerce Act was created to limit the monopolistic practices of the railroad industry.