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how did passing the sherman antitrust act attempt to reform u.s. business practices in the late 1800s?
the legislation created a bimetallic standard based on gold and silver.
the act prevented u.s. businesses from establishing subsidiaries in foreign countries.
the legislation made business monopolies illegal, though enforcement of the law proved ineffective until later.
the act allowed the federal government the right to seize certain private businesses and place them under public control.

Explanation:

The Sherman Antitrust Act aimed to break up monopolies and promote competition in the U.S. business environment. It made business - monopolies illegal, though initial enforcement was weak. It had nothing to do with a bimetallic standard, foreign subsidiaries, or government seizure of private businesses.

Answer:

The legislation made business monopolies illegal, though enforcement of the law proved ineffective until later.