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The Great Depression and Dust Bowl in New Mexico — Quiz

Question 3 • New Mexico History

How did falling crop prices affect small farmers during the Dust Bowl?

Answer
A
Many tried to increase profits by planting more cash crops.
B
Many lost their land when they couldn't repay loans.
C
They were able to buy more land for lower prices.
D
They reduced their debts through government programs.

Explanation

As crop prices fell, small farmers earned less from the crops they sold. Many still had loan payments and other debts, so they could not repay what they owed and lost their land. This matches “Many lost their land when they couldn't repay loans.”

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