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QuizMultiple Choice

The Reagan Years

Question 10 • MS U.S. History - SS3307 B-IC

What happened to inflation during the 1982 economic boom?

Answer
A
It increased at a high rate.
B
It returned to normal levels.
C
It was limited by consumers.
D
It was regulated by businesses.

Explanation

Inflation had been very high in the late 1970s and early 1980s, but it fell sharply by 1982. As the economy began recovering, inflation was back near more typical levels, so the best choice is “It returned to normal levels.”

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