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How did the U.S. stock market contribute to economic instability betore the

Great Depression?

A. Stock traders were extremely cautious about investing in
companies that relied on new technology.

B. Many people took out risky loans that could only be repaid if stock
prices continued to rise.

C. The U.S. government required that all government employees shift
their savings into stocks.

D. Business owners were forced to pay huge fees to have their
companies listed on the stock market.​

User Sweets
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Answer:

Many people took out risky loans that could only be repaid if stock

prices continued to rise.- B.

User Wyp
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Answer: B

Explanation: same thing that happened a few years back; when the bottom fell out, socks became worthless and banks became insolvent

User Michael Aquilina
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