Question

How did the federal government respond to this concern during the late 1800s and early 1900s?

Answer 1

Recognizing the growing power of big businesses, such as John D. Rockefeller’s Standard Oil, and their ability to fix prices and control markets, both parties, Republican and Democrats, had promised to take action. The government passed the Sherman Anti-trust Act in 1890, that prohibited companies from combining to establish monopolies, in other words, The federal government passed laws banning monopolies and trusts to prevent the restraint of competition, letter B.

Answer 2

The best and most correct answer among the choices provided by the question is the fourth choice "The federal government ratified an amendment that prevents large corporations from merging into monopolies and trusts." I hope my answer has come to your help. God bless and have a nice day ahead!