Which of these practices contributed to the Great Depression in the United

States?

O A. Many Americans quit their jobs because the government enacted

social Welfare programs.

O

B. Americans invested and spent beyond their means by taking out

large loans.

O

C. Automobile factories produced only as many cars as the

government authorized.

O

D. Factories produced fewer goods in order to maintain a high

demand.

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Malachi

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10 December, 10:39

Which of these practices contributed to the Great Depression in the United

States?

O A. Many Americans quit their jobs because the government enacted

social Welfare programs.

O

B. Americans invested and spent beyond their means by taking out

large loans.

O

C. Automobile factories produced only as many cars as the

government authorized.

O

D. Factories produced fewer goods in order to maintain a high

demand.

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Answers (2)

Know the Answer?

Hall · Answer 1

B [Apex]

Explanation:

Many Americans took out large loans from banks to invest in the stock market. When the bank asked for the loans to be payed back immediately, many Americans could't pay them back, so they withdrew from the stock market all at once, which caused the stock market to crash.

Nataly Santana · Answer 2

Answer: Americans invested and spent beyond their means by taking out large loans.