Which of the Following Was a Long-Term Consequence of the Influx

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a long-term consequence of the influx of gold and silver from the New World into Spain?

• A) The Spanish government funded domestic social programs that substantially raised the standard of living of the peasant masses.
• B) Rapid inflation led to an unfavorable balance of trade and the collapse of many businesses.
• C) The ready availability of investment capital at low interest rates led to the expansion and modernization of Spanish industries.
• D) The Spanish government became complacent and failed to defend the nation's interests against the aggressive Dutch and English.

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Definitions:

Spillover Effect

Involves the influence of one area of a person's life over another, such as how work stress can impact home life.

Physical Arousal

A physiological response involving increased heart rate, muscle tension, blood pressure, and breathing rate, often due to excitement or physical activity.

Subliminal Stimulation

A sensory stimulus that is below an individual's threshold for conscious perception but can still influence behavior or thought.

Pupil Contraction

The process by which the pupil decreases in size to limit the amount of light entering the eye.