The federal government extended its power to regulate aspects of the economy such as railroads,worker safety,minimum wages,and maximum hours principally through which of the following?

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The broad interpretation of the interstate commerce clause has been used to extend federal power to regulate aspects of the economy such as railroads, worker safety, minimum wages, and maximum hours. The clause gives Congress the power to regulate commerce between states, which has been interpreted to include a wide range of economic activities.

The Federal Government Extended Its Power to Regulate Aspects of the Economy