What is the main reason why southerners might have supported henry clay's american system?
a. the american system promised to their industries obtain raw materials.
b. the american system promised to improve overseas trade with europe.
c. the american system promised to transport crops to northern markets.
d. the american system promised to benefit the southern economy the most.

The answer is C - "The American System promised to help transport crops to northern markets."

The correct answer is C) The American system promised to help transport crops to northern markets.

The American System was a three tiered plan developed by Henry Clay that was supposed to benefit the American economy. The three elements of this plan included:

1) Increased tariffs- This would increase the price of foreign goods, making citizens more likely to buy goods/resources made in America.

2) A national bank- This would help to foster trade and subsidies in America.

3) The use of government subsidies/money for internal improvements- This would include the development of infrastructure for railroads and other transportation methods. This would benefit the South, as they would be able to ship cotton to the North for much cheaper and much quicker than previously imagined.

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