Which of the following was a consequence of the United States tariff and tax system during the Gilded Age?

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The tariff system during the Gilded Age, characterized by high tariffs on imports, protected American industries from foreign competition, leading to higher prices for imported goods. This protectionism, along with other factors, contributed to a surplus in the federal treasury as the government collected more in tariffs and taxes than it spent.

Which of the Following Was a Consequence of the United