Question

the decision to give the national government control over commerce and finance was motivated primarily by the framers desire to
a) build international alliances.
b) promote economic development and protect property from radical state legislatures.
c) end slavery in the united states.
d) eliminate state and local governments.
e) guarantee economic equality for all citizens.

Explanation:

The framers of the Constitution wanted a stronger national - government in economic matters to promote economic growth and safeguard property rights. Radical state legislatures sometimes passed laws that were seen as harmful to property and economic stability. International alliances were not the main motivation for giving national control over commerce and finance. Ending slavery was not directly related to this decision. There was no intention to eliminate state and local governments. Economic equality for all citizens was not the primary driver of this power - transfer to the national government.

Answer:

B. promote economic development and protect property from radical state legislatures.