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Postwar Prosperity

Question 4 • OH-American History CR

How was the US economy changing in the late 1940s?

Answer
A
Most industries were shifting away from wartime production.
B
The economy was beginning to focus on the defense industry.
C
New technology was having less influence on production.
D
Agriculture was becoming more important than manufacturing.

Explanation

After World War II ended, factories and other industries began converting from making military supplies to producing civilian goods. This shift away from wartime production helped meet the growing demand for cars, appliances, and homes. The correct choice is “Most industries were shifting away from wartime production.”

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