Jackson vetoed the Maysville Road Bill of 1830 mainly because __________.
A. he disapproved of any federal funding for internal improvements
B. the nation did not have an urgent need for additional transportation
C. he felt that corrupt government contractors would destroy the project
D. it was sponsored by his rival, Henry Clay
Answer: D
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