Question

Why was the creation of a national bank so important to the U.S. economy?

(1 point)
Responses

The national bank controlled the money supply.
The national bank controlled the money supply.

The national bank took America off the gold standard.
The national bank took America off the gold standard.

The national bank eliminated the need for privately owned banks.
The national bank eliminated the need for privately owned banks.

The national bank chartered states to print their own money.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

**The national bank controlled the money supply.**

The creation of a national bank was important to the U.S. economy because it helped regulate the nation's currency and manage the money supply, thereby fostering economic stability and growth.