In the Case of Commonwealth V

question 57

Multiple Choice

In the case of Commonwealth v.Hunt,the Massachusetts Supreme Court ruled that:

• A)immigration quotas established in the late 1830s were constitutional.
• B)immigration quotas established in the late 1830s were unconstitutional.
• C)forming a trade union was illegal.
• D)forming a trade union was not illegal.
• E)employers could not hire strikebreakers.

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Definitions:

Rational Behavior

A theory in economics suggesting that individuals make decisions based on maximizing utility and firms aim to maximize profits.

Smooth Convex Preferences

Preferences characterized by continuous and consistently increasing utility, indicating a reasoned and balanced choice pattern.

Borrow

The act of receiving something of value in exchange for the promise to return it or its equivalent value at a later date.

Lend

The act of giving money or goods to someone with the expectation that it will be paid back in the future.