Evidence Points Out That Since the Mid-1950's Just About Every

question 13

Multiple Choice

Evidence points out that since the mid-1950's just about every recession was preceded by rising interest rates. This suggests that the recessions were:

• A) caused in part by the actions of the Federal Reserve.
• B) the result of changes in consumer confidence.
• C) due to increases in oil prices and other production costs.
• D) caused by simultaneous shifts in aggregate demand and aggregate supply.

Identify the factors contributing to social divisions and cultural conflicts in 1920s America.

Understand the significance of technological and social changes on American society in the 1920s.

Debate the contributions and challenges faced by women during the 1920s.

Evaluate the impact of international commerce and mass consumer culture on American economic growth during the 1920s.

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