Question

which statement best explains the effect of international trade on american industries? a. international trade made americans more isolationist. b. international trade made americans more connected to world markets. c. international trade made americans less likely to be racist. d. international trade made all americans wealthy.

Explanation:

• Option A: International trade promotes interaction, not isolation, so A is wrong.
• Option B: International trade involves exchanging goods/services globally, so it connects American industries to world markets, which is correct.
• Option C: Trade doesn't directly relate to reducing racism, so C is irrelevant.
• Option D: "All Americans" is an overgeneralization; trade has varied wealth impacts, so D is wrong.

Answer:

B. International trade made Americans more connected to world markets.