Question

1. which law, passed in 1890, was used to break up monopolies and trusts?

the federal trade commission act
the washington act
the sherman antitrust act

Explanation:

The Federal Trade Commission Act was passed in 1914, not 1890. The "Washington Act" is not a law associated with breaking up monopolies in 1890. The Sherman Antitrust Act was passed in 1890 and was designed to combat monopolistic business practices and trusts.

Answer:

C. the Sherman Antitrust Act