17. How did the American economy of the 1920s differ from the economy of the 1930s? A. The 1920s saw increased consumer borrowing and speculation, while the 1930s saw
a rise in unemployment and business failures.
B. The 1920s saw a decrease in consumer borrowing, while the 1930s witnessed
prosperity and success in the U. S. economy.
C. The 1920s saw a large increase in unemployment, while the 1930s saw a sharp
decline in unemployment and homelessness.
D. The 1920s saw a marked increase in the role of government, while the 1930s saw a
reversal of this trend.