One Consequence of the Economic Stagnation of the 1970s Was

question 28

Multiple Choice

One consequence of the economic stagnation of the 1970s was:

• A) the collapse of the governments of many Eastern bloc countries.
• B) a severe depression in the Soviet Union.
• C) the collapse of East Germany and its reunification with West Germany.
• D) the rise of an independent labor movement in Poland.
• E) all of these

Understand the liability and consumer rights in case of unauthorized credit card charges.

Identify the legislation aimed at preventing credit and loan discrimination practices.

Understand the role and the enforcement powers of the Federal Trade Commission in consumer protection.

Explain the significance and impact of statutory changes concerning consumer finance laws, including the Dodd-Frank Act.

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