Question

Which statement best describes a difference between Herbert Hoover's and Franklin Roosevelt's political philosophies? A. Hoover thought that government must help citizens in need; Roosevelt believed people should help themselves. B. Hoover said the government should not intervene in the economy; Roosevelt used government programs to create jobs. C. Hoover believed the economy was still strong; Roosevelt was convinced that capitalism was finished. D. Hoover believed the government must regulate the stock market; Roosevelt thought the crash wasn't that serious.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes a difference between Herbert Hoover's and Franklin Roosevelt's political philosophies would be that "B. Hoover said the government should not intervene in the economy; Roosevelt used government programs to create jobs," since this was the basis of FDR's "New Deal" policies.