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

Question

-Adams supported efforts to promote the growth of businesses, whiles 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 US, but Adams wanted to expand territory to the Pacific Ocean.

Answer 1

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

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

This statement captures the essence of their political philosophies. John Quincy Adams was more favorable towards a strong federal government that supported economic development through infrastructure and industry, often appealing to business interests. In contrast, Andrew Jackson, representing a more populist approach, focused on the interests of the common man, championing democracy and opposing what he saw as the elite establishment.

The other statements do not accurately portray their positions or support bases.