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The Economy in the 1970s — Quiz

Question 2 • United States History and Geography

As a result of a revolution in Iran during 1978 and 1979,

Answer
A
the cartel of countries controlling part of the oil market decided to increase production.
B
oil supplies to the US were disrupted, causing oil prices to rise.
C
the United States cut off diplomatic relations with Iran’s government.
D
the cartel of countries controlling part of the oil market decided to stop production.

Explanation

The Iranian Revolution disrupted oil production and exports from Iran, an important oil supplier. The reduced supply contributed to higher oil prices, so the correct choice is “oil supplies to the US were disrupted, causing oil prices to rise.”

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