The Event That Caused the Most Economic Concern in the United

question 36

Multiple Choice

The event that caused the most economic concern in the United States during the mid-20^th century was

• A) Juan Perón's presidency in Argentina.
• B) the establishment of the Batista government in Cuba.
• C) terrorist activity that began in Argentina.
• D) the rise to power of Fidel Castro in Cuba.
• E) the nationalizing of American holdings in Mexico.

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Marginal Cost

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