Question

16 the men who own the great industries are often like kings. they command the resources of thousands. the law must be strong enough to keep them from abusing this power. - theodore roosevelt, 1906 which of roosevelts actions best reflected the ideas in this statement? a using the sherman antitrust act to break up monopolies b opposing government regulation of business c encouraging corporations to expand internationally d supporting laissez - faire policies

Explanation:

Roosevelt's statement emphasizes the need for law to prevent abuse of power by industry owners. The Sherman Antitrust Act was a law aimed at regulating monopolies. Breaking up monopolies (Option A) aligns with using law (the Sherman Antitrust Act) to control the power of large - industry owners. Opposing government regulation (Option B) and supporting laissez - faire (Option D) go against the idea of using law to control power. Encouraging international expansion (Option C) is not related to controlling domestic power abuse as per the statement.

Answer:

A. Using the Sherman Antitrust Act to break up monopolies