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HELP!

Why was whiskey taxed?

It was consumed widely.

It was mainly made in Pennsylvania.

It would reduce alcoholism.

It would win the votes of the conservative elite.

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To make money off of the widespread popularity of whiskey and how much was being bought
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It was consumed widely.
Hope this helps~!
~{Oh Mrs.Believer}
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