confidence Flashcards

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how did confidence help boost the economic boom?

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It made Americans prepared to buy goods, try new ideas and invest in companies.

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How did confidence link with other factors?

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It was the one thing that ran through all other factors and was the reason businesses were able to become successful.

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What was the state of mind and Americans aims?

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Most Americans believed that they had the right to prosperity. For many it was a main aim in life to have nicer houses, a good job, plenty to eat and for their homes to be filled with new consumer goods.

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What was the view of consumerism?

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Consuming more and more was seen as part of being American. In the 1920s the idea of thrift from earlier decades, was replaced by the idea that spending money was a better quality.

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Conclusion

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Overall, confidence in the economic boom against Americans was very high, it ensured that they would be active participants in industries and in consumerism. Building a good consumer positive foundation which in turn led to the economic boom.

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