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AP World History: Modern
Unit 7 – Global Conflicts (1900-Present)
Topic 7.4
Which of the following factors contributed to the severity and duration of the Great Depression in the 1930s?
The decline in agricultural production and food shortages in many parts of the world, which led to famine and social unrest.
The increased use of advanced technologies and automation in manufacturing, which resulted in a decrease in demand for labor and increased unemployment.
The widespread use of protectionist trade policies and tariffs, which led to a decrease in international trade and economic activity.
The adoption of Keynesian economic policies by governments around the world, which resulted in excessive government spending and inflation.
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