Why, After a Period of Relative Stability, Was the American

question 48

Multiple Choice

Why, after a period of relative stability, was the American economy plagued by inflation from late 1776 into the 1780s?

• A) As people's faith in the government declined, their faith in the worth of the nation's currency also declined.
• B) As the amount of currency in circulation declined, unsold goods piled up in warehouses.
• C) As the economy grew and Americans' incomes increased, the production of goods lagged behind demand.
• D) As high taxes cut into the profits of producers, they cut back production and caused a shortage of goods.

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Definitions:

Sperm Cells

The male reproductive cells responsible for fertilizing a female egg, leading to conception.

Epididymis

An elongated structure attached to the back of the testes and in which sperm cells mature.

Urethra

The tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body in both sexes, and also conveys semen in males.

Pelvic Cavity

The body cavity located in the lower abdomen, housing organs such as the bladder, reproductive organs, and rectum.