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What was the result of Jefferson's embargo?



A. American traders increased trade with Spain, leading to an economic boom.
B. The French joined the Americans in a war against Britain.
C. The British stopped the practice of taking American sailors.
D. American merchants were bankrupted, sailors were put out of work, and farmers were unable to sell their crops.

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I believe it is "D. American merchants were bankrupted, sailors were put out of work, and farmers were unable to sell their crops. " because it hurt Americas shipping business. Let me know if I was wrong?
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