Question

Use the headline to answer the question. The Daily News — March 14, 1904 Supreme Court Rules Northern Securities in Violation of Sherman Antitrust Act Which statement best explains the significance of the newspaper headline? (1 point) Responses The ruling provided a legal basis for strengthening labor unions. The ruling provided a legal basis for strengthening labor unions. The ruling led to better conditions for Northern Securities’ workers. The ruling led to better conditions for Northern Securities’ workers. The ruling was the first time the Sherman Antitrust Act was used to break up a trust. The ruling was the first time the Sherman Antitrust Act was used to break up a trust. The ruling was a victory for owners of railroad companies.

Answer 1

The ruling was the first time the Sherman Antitrust Act was used to break up a trust.