Question

question 10 of 10
why did populists support limits on immigration?
a. to increase the political power of trusts
b. to increase the power of landowners in the south
c. to decrease competition for jobs
d. to reduce crowding in the west

Explanation:

Populists, representing farmers and laborers, were concerned about job availability. Immigrants could potentially take jobs, so limiting immigration would decrease competition for jobs. This aligns with their economic interests. Options A (increasing trust political power) and B (increasing landowners' power) go against Populist anti - trust and pro - small - farmer stances. Option D (reducing Western crowding) was not a main Populist concern compared to job competition.

Answer:

C. To decrease competition for jobs