Which of the Following Was a Characteristic of the American

question 147

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a characteristic of the American economy during the 1920s?

• A) The federal government took a less active role in aiding business interests.
• B) Consumerism became a major economic force as consumer protection groups abounded.
• C) Increased competition within major industries led to renewed emphasis on product quality.
• D) The trend toward the consolidation of economic power in the hands of oligopolies continued.

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Definitions:

Cohabitation

The condition of cohabitating and engaging in a sexual partnership without the legal bonds of matrimony.

Triangular Theory

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Motivational Component

Elements or factors that energize, direct, and sustain behavior towards achieving a specific goal or fulfilling a need.

Sternberg's

refers to Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, which posits three main components of intelligence: analytical, creative, and practical.