Question

Which statement best explains how profits create interdependence in the free
enterprise system? (1 point)

Foreign countries charge tariffs, or a tax, on imported goods to protect domestic
industries.

Businesses will produce goods to meet consumer demands when they can
make a profit.

States will increase taxes on businesses to discourage them from making a
profit.

Consumers compete with each other to make the most profit.

Answer 1

"Businesses will produce goods to meet consumer demands when they can make a profit."

Explanation: In a free‑enterprise system profit signals what consumers want, so producers respond by supplying those goods and services. That creates interdependence between consumers (demand) and businesses (supply).