A basic purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890 was to

a
establish strict federal controls over business practices.
b
give the states the power to break up large business corporations.
c
restore business competition and a self-regulating economy
d
establish federally regulated monopolies in railroads and other public utilities.

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The basic purpose of the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890 was to

c - restore business competition and a self-regulating economy.

The act aimed to prevent anti-competitive practices and promote fair competition in the marketplace.