What was a goal of the Sherman anti-trust act in 1890 To Decrease interstate trade
to limit the power of big corporations
to increase the power of railroads
to limit foreign trade

the answer to your question is a because laws act as guidelines as to what is accepted in society. without it there would be conflicts between social groups and communities. it serves as a norm of conduct for citizens.

(d). gave voting rights to free african americans and white women.