Question

What political impact did the Great Depression have on many Latin American countries?

A. An increased sense of national identity led to the rise of fascism.
B. Military coups due to financial mismanagement resulted in dictatorships.
C. The financial crisis led to the increased popularity of communism.
D. The financial crisis led to a rise in democratic elections.

Answer 1

The Great Depression forced many Latin American governments and economic élites to make tough decisions in exchange-rate, monetary and fiscal policies. These choices marked a stark departure from the model that had prevailed in the region for nearly a century.

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