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The Baby Boom — Quiz

Question 10 • Virginia and US History

Which of the following gave the American economy a major boost in the years after World War II?

Answer
A
a major drop in government spending
B
a pent-up demand for consumer goods
C
the conversion to a peacetime economy
D
the return of thousands of veterans who were seeking jobs

Explanation

During World War II, factories focused on military production, and many consumer goods were rationed or unavailable. After the war, Americans had savings and wanted to buy cars, appliances, and other goods, creating strong pent-up demand that boosted production and economic growth. The return to peacetime production and veterans entering the workforce also mattered, but the major boost described here was consumer demand.

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