The Underwood-Simmons Tariff

question 28

Multiple Choice

The Underwood-Simmons Tariff:

• A) raised the average tariff and hence was supported by Wilson
• B) lowered the average tariff and hence was opposed by Wilson
• C) raised the average tariff and hence was opposed by Wilson
• D) lowered the average tariff and hence was supported by Wilson
• E) kept tariffs the same as under Taft and Roosevelt

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