In 1836, President Andrew Jackson's "specie circular"
A. was defeated by Congress.
B. required foreigners doing business in the United States to pay their debts in hard currency.
C. caused a significant rise in prices, especially the price of land.
D. resulted in a severe financial panic.
E. was of considerable political benefit to Martin Van Buren.
Answer: D
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