Question

Which statement best characterizes Alexander Hamilton's economic goals? (choose one)

A.)He wanted to pay off federal government debts in order to purchase Western territory.

B.)He wanted to establish credit in order to strengthen the national government.

C.)He wanted to create a state tax-based system in order to build the nation's capital.

D.)He believed the government was not responsible for war debt and that states should carry the burden of paying that debt.

Answer 1

Answer:

option c

Explanation:

he wanted to create a state tax base system in order to build the Nation's capital

Answer 2

Answer:

Alexander Hamilton’s economic goals are best characterized by the statement ‘He wanted to establish credit in order to strengthen the national government.’

Option (B)

Explanation:

Hamilton pressed for a powerful central government and levied programs to pay off war debts through tariffs and taxes. He also pressed for an independent bank to maintain the power of the center. Instead of agrarian resources, Hamilton suggested a commercial economy to fast recover the debts and build a strong and rich economy for the country.