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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Economy in the 1970s

Question 8 • 11011de2 CONNECTED Fall 2026 NM-US History and Geography S2

Why did President Carter want to reduce rules for businesses?

Answer
A
To increase the price of oil and gas
B
To lower costs for government and consumers
C
To lower costs for businesses and consumers
D
To increase the price of consumer goods

Explanation

Carter supported deregulation to reduce the costs businesses faced, such as expenses caused by government rules. Lower business costs could also mean lower prices for consumers. So the correct choice is “To lower costs for businesses and consumers.”

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