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The Economy in the 1970s

Question 20 • 11011de2 CONNECTED Fall 2026 NM-US History and Geography S2

What effects did the oil shock have on the United States? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Answer
A
Economic stability
B
Gas shortages
C
High gas prices
D
Greatly increased oil production
E
Economic slowdown

Explanation

The oil shock reduced the supply of oil, leading to gas shortages and higher gas prices in the United States. More expensive and harder-to-get fuel disrupted businesses and household spending, contributing to an economic slowdown. It did not create economic stability or greatly increase U.S. oil production.

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