Question

Why did Henry Clay propose the American System?

a.)to support regional banks and investment

b.)to abolish protective tariffs that hurt farmers

c.)to protect northern industries

d.)to unite the nation economically

Answer 1

Answer:

d.)To unite the nation economically

Explanation:

Henry clay wanted to united the nation economically under his plan. The plan had three main pillars:

• The imposition of tariffs to protect the American Industry in the North.
• The use of a central bank to promote investment, regulate the currency, and control commercial banks.
• The investment in infraestructure to promote agricultural development.

As can be seen, the plan had the goal of benefiting both American industry and agriculture, instead of promoting one sector over the other.