Which of the following is an accurate comparison of Adams and Jackson?

Question

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Adams supported efforts to promote the growth of
• businesses, while Jackson supported efforts to help the ordinary man.
Jackson supported the idea of high tariffs to increase revenue, but Adams wanted to end high tariffs.
Adams had strong support from the rural areas in the South and West, but Jackson's strongest supporters were from the North.
Jackson wanted to improve the territory already under the control of the U.S., but Adams wanted to expand territory to the Pacific Ocean.

Answer 1

The most accurate comparison of Adams and Jackson from the options provided is:

Adams supported efforts to promote the growth of businesses, while Jackson supported efforts to help the ordinary man.

This statement reflects the fundamental differences in their political philosophies and support bases. John Quincy Adams was seen as more of a pro-business, elite-oriented candidate, while Andrew Jackson was known for his populist approach and appeal to the "common man."

The other statements contain inaccuracies regarding tariffs, regional support, and territorial expansion. For example, Adams did not oppose high tariffs, and while Jackson had support from the South and West, Adams's support was more concentrated in the North. Both figures had different views on expansion, but it's misleading to attribute those views strictly to one position or the other in the same way the first statement does.