The north belived tariffs would provide what safty net? a)protection from southern products. b)protection from inadequate products. c)protection from european competition.
d) protection from western farm goods.

I believe the answer is C-- Protection from European competition.

Explanation: Tariffs are taxes that a legislature forces on goods that are imported from other nations. They serve to heighten the cost and make imports less attractive.

I hope this helps!! =D