Question

question 10 of 15in the past, some states used poll taxes to control who could vote.poll taxes were the fees or amounts of money that a person had to pay before they were officially allowed to vote.how did these taxes impact (affect) american society?○ they helped the government pay for everyones college education.○ they made it easier for immigrants to become citizens.○ they decreased (lowered) the voting participation of african american and poor citizens.

Explanation:

Poll taxes were fees required to vote, which disproportionately harmed low-income and African American citizens, as they often could not afford the cost, thus reducing their ability to participate in elections. The other options are incorrect: poll taxes were not used for college funding, and they did not ease citizenship for immigrants.

Answer:

They decreased (lowered) the voting participation of African American and poor citizens.