Consequences of New Deal Programs

Very Hard Period 7: 1890–1945 Great Depression

During the Great Depression, a variety of economic policies and programs were introduced to address the unprecedented economic collapse that began in the United States in 1929. These responses had significant impacts on the American socio-economic landscape. Which of the following statements correctly identifies a consequence of the New Deal programs enacted during this period?

They resulted in the immediate elimination of unemployment.

They led to the establishment of a social safety net that included unemployment insurance.

They facilitated a complete return to the free market system without government intervention.

They caused the federal budget to achieve a surplus by the end of the 1930s.

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