Question

enforcement of the sherman antitrust act benefited consumers by
○ banning rate discrimination by railroads.
○ establishing the interstate commerce commission.
○ reducing wages paid to hourly workers.
○ increasing competition in the marketplace.

Explanation:

• The Sherman Antitrust Act is aimed at preventing monopolies and promoting competition.
• Banning rate discrimination by railroads and establishing the Interstate Commerce Commission are related to the Interstate Commerce Act, not the Sherman Antitrust Act.
• Reducing wages would not benefit consumers.
• Increasing competition in the marketplace (by breaking up monopolies or preventing anti - competitive practices) is how the enforcement of the Sherman Antitrust Act benefits consumers, as it can lead to lower prices, better quality, etc.

Answer:

D. increasing competition in the marketplace.