Apentix/AP US History/Unit 9: Period 9 (1980-Present)/Question

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The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), signed in 1993,

A.eliminated most tariffs on trade among the United States, Canada, and Mexico

B.created a common currency for North America

C.restricted Mexican immigration to the United States

D.admitted Mexico as a fifty-first state

Explanation

Core Concept

NAFTA phased out tariffs and other barriers, creating one of the world's largest free-trade zones. It took effect in 1994 after a hard-fought ratification debate in Congress.

Correct Answer

Aeliminated most tariffs on trade among the United States, Canada, and Mexico

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