In 1830, President Andrew Jackson vetoed a federal subsidy to the Maysville Road because
A. he sought to demonstrate his presidential power at a time when it was being questioned.
B. the road was not a part of any system of interstate commerce.
C. the subsidy was to be paid for out of tariff revenue, which he opposed.
D. he thought the proposal might jeopardize his bid for reelection.
E. he thought it would upset the balance created by the Missouri Compromise nine years earlier.
Answer: B