AP US Historyhardmcq1 pt

Which of the following best explains the expansion of American consumer culture during the 1920s?

A.Installment credit and national advertising made new goods affordable and desirable to millions
B.Federal subsidies paid most families' purchases directly
C.Immigration restrictions created a shortage of goods
D.The end of advertising

Explanation

Core Concept

Automobiles, radios, and household appliances spread through installment buying and nationwide advertising campaigns. Rising wages and mass production, epitomized by Ford's assembly line, allowed a consumer economy to take hold.

Correct Answer

AInstallment credit and national advertising made new goods affordable and desirable to millions

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