Question

how did the articles of confederation’s inability to regulate trade affect the new nation? it created trade barriers between states, weakening economic unity. it allowed foreign powers to control american trade policies. it led to uniform trade laws across all states. it streamlined trade between states and foreign nations.

Explanation:

The Articles of Confederation gave no central authority to regulate interstate or foreign trade. This led individual states to set their own trade barriers (like tariffs) against each other, breaking down economic unity. Foreign powers also exploited the lack of a unified national trade policy to exert control over American trade, as there was no single entity to negotiate or enforce consistent trade rules. Uniform trade laws and streamlined trade did not occur under this system.

Answer:

It created trade barriers between states, weakening economic unity.
It allowed foreign powers to control American trade policies.