How did US businesses make the change to wartime production? Check all that apply.Car companies began making airplanes, bombs, and tanks. Banks required citizens to purchase war bonds. Clothing companies made uniforms, blankets, and boots. Companies hired millions of workers to produce war materials. Unions encouraged workers to avoid aiding the war effort.
Answer
A
Car companies began making airplanes, bombs, and tanks.
B
Banks required citizens to purchase war bonds.
C
Clothing companies made uniforms, blankets, and boots.
D
Companies hired millions of workers to produce war materials.
E
Unions encouraged workers to avoid aiding the war effort.
Explanation
During wartime, factories shifted from making consumer goods to producing supplies for the military. Car companies made items such as tanks and airplanes, while clothing companies produced uniforms, blankets, and boots. Businesses also hired millions of workers to meet the increased demand for war materials; banks did not require citizens to buy war bonds, and unions did not encourage workers to oppose the war effort.
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