Asked by Katie Vivenzio on Jun 04, 2024

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Western farmers were most directly affected by the excise tax on which item?

A) Wine
B) Milk
C) Tea
D) Whiskey

Excise Tax

A tax imposed on specific goods, services, or activities within a country, such as alcohol, tobacco, and fuel.

Western Farmers

Western Farmers refer to agrarians located in the western parts of countries, especially in the United States, who were often pioneers in expanding agriculture into new territories.

Whiskey

A distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash, which includes barley, corn, rye, and wheat.

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Christina ServinJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The excise tax was imposed on whiskey, and Western farmers produced a significant amount of grain used to make whiskey. This tax was very unpopular among Western farmers and led to the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794.