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What was the purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act?

A. to prevent companies from restraining trade

B. to prevent companies from trading across state lines

C. to prevent companies from hiring labor unions

D. to prevent companies from using railroads

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Answer:

to prevent companies from restraining trade

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer:

A. To prevent companies from restraining trade.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Sherman Antitrust Act was issued on July 2, 1890, by Senator John Sherman. The purpose of this act was keep all the free business competition, and made it illegal to control the commerce and/or trade.

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