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The Late 20th Century — Test

Question 19 • US History Studies Since 1877

Which is a true statement about the US economy during the 1970s?

Answer
A
Prices for goods and services stayed the same, but a dollar bought less than it previously had.
B
Many people made less money, but a dollar bought more than it previously had.
C
Prices for goods and services increased, and a dollar bought less than it previously had.
D
Many Americans were employed, and their wages increased dramatically.

Explanation

During the 1970s, the United States experienced significant inflation: prices for many goods and services rose. As prices increased, each dollar could buy fewer goods and services than before. This makes “Prices for goods and services increased, and a dollar bought less than it previously had” the true statement.

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