A Strong Argument Can Be Made That the Collapse of the U.S

question 236

Multiple Choice

A strong argument can be made that the collapse of the U.S. savings and loan industry began when:

• A) The inflation rates in the U.S. began rising rapidly.
• B) The volatility of interest rates increased significantly.
• C) Fluctuating commodity prices became the norm.
• D) The Bretton Woods accord became effective.
• E) The Federal Reserve began controlling the market rate of interest.

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