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Which of the following statements about Alexander Hamilton’s political viewpoints is false ?

a.

He supported a foreign policy that established an alliance with Great Britain.

c.

He believed in a strict interpretation of the Constitution.

b.

He favored an economy based on manufacturing.

d.

He believed in a strong federal government

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Your answer is A. :)

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Answer:

The correct answer is C. Alexander Hamilton didn't believe in a strict interpretation of the Constitution, but on the contrary, was a loose intepreter of it.

Explanation:

Alexander Hamilton was an economist, statesman, politician, writer, lawyer, and the first secretary of the Treasury of the United States. He was one of the founding fathers of the country, an influential interpreter and promoter of the Constitution, as well as the founder of the nation's financial system, the Federalist Party, the United States Coast Guard.

As the first Secretary of the Treasury, Hamilton was the principal author of the economic policies of the George Washington administration. He led the financing of the debts of the states by the federal government, as well as the establishment of a national bank, a tariff system, and friendly business relations with Great Britain. His vision included a strong central government led by a vigorous executive branch, a strong commercial economy, with a national bank and manufacturing support, plus a powerful army.

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