AP US Historyeasymcq1 pt
The ratification of the Sixteenth Amendment in 1913 allowed Congress to
A.levy a graduated federal income tax
B.elect senators by popular vote
C.grant women the vote
D.prohibit the manufacture of alcohol
Explanation
Core Concept
The amendment removed the constitutional requirement that direct taxes be apportioned among the states by population. It authorized the federal income tax, which Progressives favored as a way to fund government from the wealthy.
Correct Answer
Alevy a graduated federal income tax
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