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