Through which of the following sources did the U.S.Treasury raise most of its revenue during the first half of the 1800s?

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During the first half of the 1800s, tariffs on imported goods were the main source of revenue for the U.S. Treasury. This was due to the emphasis on protecting domestic industries through tariffs, and the fact that there were few other taxes in place at the time. Personal income taxes and corporate taxes were not significant sources of revenue until much later, and while excise taxes were also in place, they did not generate as much revenue as tariffs.

Through Which of the Following Sources Did the U