Question

after the war of 1812, british manufacturers wanted to flood the united states market with inexpensive goods. what did congress do in response?
a they passed a tariff to protect american industries.
b they encouraged american businesses to lower their prices.
c they did not recognize that the influx of goods was a problem.
d they passed a law to prevent americans from buying the cheap goods.

Explanation:

After the War of 1812, British manufacturers dumped cheap goods into the U.S. market, threatening young American industries. In response, U.S. Congress passed a protective tariff (the Tariff of 1816) to make imported British goods more expensive, shielding domestic industries. Options B, C, and D do not match historical facts of this event.

Answer:

A. They passed a tariff to protect American industries.