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Why did Jefferson pursue a laissez-faire economic system in the United States?(1 point) Responses The size of the federal government increases under a free-market economy. The size of the federal government increases under a free-market economy. A free-market economy was necessary for the purchase of the Louisiana territory. A free-market economy was necessary for the purchase of the Louisiana territory. Implementing a free market economy limits the role of the federal government. Implementing a free market economy limits the role of the federal government. It was a mandate following the Marbury v. Madison Supreme Court ruling. It was a mandate following the Marbury v. Madison Supreme Court ruling.
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The correct response is: **Implementing a free market economy limits the role of the federal government.**
Thomas Jefferson believed in a limited government and felt that a laissez-faire economic system would allow for individual liberty and economic growth without excessive federal intervention. He advocated for policies that promoted agrarianism and local control, aligning with his vision of a government that is less intrusive in the lives of its citizens.
Thomas Jefferson believed in a limited government and felt that a laissez-faire economic system would allow for individual liberty and economic growth without excessive federal intervention. He advocated for policies that promoted agrarianism and local control, aligning with his vision of a government that is less intrusive in the lives of its citizens.