Which of the following was a reason for the isolation of the united states in the 1930s? a. the united states had been paid by nazi germany to stay neutral. b. the united states was occupied with domestic concerns during the great depression. c. the united states was becoming a communist nation. d. the united states benefited from decreased trade.

the correct answers are: 1) lay and collect taxes and duties; 2) pay debts; 5) borrow money;   6) regulate commerce with foreign nations.

article 1, section 8. refers to the powers of congress. according to the united states constitution: “the congress shall have the power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts, and excises, to pay the debts and provide for the common defense and general welfare of the united states.”