As a Result of the Great Depression,social Values in the United

question 78

Multiple Choice

As a result of the Great Depression,social values in the United States

• A) saw Americans embrace nearly any idea that was new or nontraditional.
• B) saw a majority of Americans question the future of democracy.
• C) seemed to change relatively little.
• D) saw most Americans turn against the traditional "success ethic."
• E) saw the idea of individual initiative fall into disrepute.

---

Definitions:

Financialization

The method through which financial markets, institutions, and elites increasingly affect economic policy and outcomes.

Stock Repurchasing

This is a financial strategy where a company buys back its own shares from the marketplace, reducing the number of outstanding shares.

Labor Issues

Concerns and challenges related to the workplace, including wages, working conditions, employee rights, and labor relations.

Public Pressure

The influence exerted by the general public or specific interest groups on individuals, organizations, or government to effect changes or achieve specific results.