Question

"Which of the following is the reason behind the slow growth in U.S. incomes during the 1970s and 1980s a. unstable economic conditions in Eastern Europe.b. increased competition from abroad.c. a decline in the rate of increase in U.S. productivity.d. a strong U.S. dollar abroad, hurting U.S. exports.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Decline in the rate of increase in U.S. productivity.

Explanation: The Economic policies of the 1970s and 1980s led to reduced U.S. productivity,the production levels dropped drastically as a result of TAX CUTS for high income earners which was approved for the Rich by the Government.

Heavy Interest rate for the supply of Goods and services caused many industries to fold up,due to the high cost of Borrowing for the purchase of raw materials and other equipments and required. These factors were thought to be stimulants for the Economy but they all eventually adversely affected the United States Economy.

Answer 2

Answer:

Correct answer is (c) a decline in the rate of increase in U.S. productivity.

Explanation:

During the period, there was a slowdown in productivity level in U.S and as it known that the rate of productivity determine the standard of living of any nation. The U.S economy primarily depends on company output and as a slowing down in their productivity level, the growth also slow down.