<span>This is of course somewhat of a subjective question, but in general most would agree that the Great Depression had a greater impact, since many of the New Deal programs that went into effect as a result of the depressions play a major role in our lives today. </span>
Answer:
It occurred because it was cheaper and businesses could retain more money and underpay their workers. The practical reasons are that children are faster, they can fit into smaller spaces and are more controlled.
They feared communism would spread.