How far did the US economy boom in the 1920s? Flashcards
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What were the factors that encouraged the economic boom?
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1) Invention and innovation
2) Electrification
3)Mass production
4)The motor industry
5) Mass marketing
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1) Invention and innovation
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New products and means of production in 1917 were introduced, and new machines were used for the building industry like concrete mixers, pneumatic tools, and power shovels. Communication sped up and there were advances in chemicals.
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2) Electrification
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There was widespread availability of electricity that was clean. cheap and efficient. Domestic appliances were now powered by electricity like fridges, and washing machines etc. Lastly, cleaners became affordable for ordinary americans.
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