All of the Following Statements Describe Bernard Baruch's Leadership of the War

question 24

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements describe Bernard Baruch's leadership of the War Industries Board except

• A)war production increased substantially.
• B)his methods favored large corporations over small enterprises.
• C)his methods favored small corporations over large enterprises.
• D)the agency functioned better after he assumed leadership.
• E)industries were permitted to charge high prices.

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