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America and the War at Home — Quiz

Question 6 • US History

Which best describes the state of the US economy in 1939?

Answer
A
The US economy was in a depression.
B
The US economy had low unemployment.
C
The US economy was in a boom.
D
The US economy had strong business growth.

Explanation

In 1939, the United States was still recovering from the Great Depression. Although economic conditions had improved from their worst point, unemployment remained high and the economy had not reached a boom or strong, sustained business growth. Therefore, the best description is that the US economy was in a depression.

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