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The Hawley-Smoot Tariff of 1930 was designed to protect American industries from foreign competition. What effect did the tariff actually have?

A. It allowed American products to become more competitive due to reduced labor costs.

B. It reduced the demand for American goods and contributed to a decline in world trade.

C. It increased the demand for American goods as intended and led to a revival in world trade.

D. It created new markets for American goods in countries that previously could not afford them.

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Answer:

B. It reduced the demand for American goods and contributed to a decline in world trade.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Hawley-Smoot Tariff deal backfired. Instead of creating money, Europe placed tax on American goods ( making them very expensive ). People just couldn't afford American products anymore. The restricted trade contributed to the Great Depression.

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the answer is C i hope this helps
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