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Why were Americans eager to buy products that they didn’t need or could not afford?

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Answer:

I believe they were in fear of another great depression.

Step-by-step explanation:

They were afraid of running out of a particular roduct or food. However, I'm not sure what particular time period youre studying, but if it's after around 1933, this should be the correct answer :)

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Answer:

because they urge to buy things that they want but won't need later on in life.

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