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The Economy of the US — Unit test

Question 24 • EA Academy Civics 9

What is one famous example of deflation?

Answer
A
the loss of the value of Zimbabwe’s dollar
B
the Great Depression in the US in the 1930s
C
the printing of German marks to pay war debts
D
the steep rise in gas prices in the US in the 1970s

Explanation

Deflation is a general decline in prices, often accompanied by falling wages and reduced economic activity. The Great Depression in the United States during the 1930s is a famous example, with prices falling sharply. The other choices describe inflation or rising prices.

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