How did the federal government respond to this concern during the late 1800s and early 1900s?
a. the federal government took property away from the corporations that had created monopolies and trusts.
b. the federal government passed laws banning monopolies and trusts to prevent the restraint of competition.
c. the federal government took over the industries that had been completely stifled by monopolies and trusts.
d. the federal government ratified an amendment that prevents large corporations from merging into monopolies and trusts.