What Triggered the Depression in the Mid-1870s

question 27

Multiple Choice

What triggered the depression in the mid-1870s?

• A) Railroad Strike of 1877
• B) 1876 presidential election
• C) Panic of 1873
• D) 1875 Stock Market Crash
• E) 1874 Gold Boom

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Definitions:

External Locus

The belief that one's outcomes in life are determined by external forces or events, rather than by one's own efforts.

Type B

Describes a personality typology characterized by a relaxed, patient, and easy-going nature.

Type A

Refers to a personality type characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, and a sense of urgency, often linked with stress-related health issues.

Mindfulness Meditation

A practice focusing on present moment awareness, often used for stress reduction and to develop a deeper awareness of thoughts and emotions.