Problem Solving Assessments for Chapter 12:
Development of the U.S. Economy

In this chapter, a number of questions are presented after brief sections of text. Following is a pdf for the questions as well as the answers. Click on either one to have it printed.

Ch. 12 Questions     Ch. 12 Answers

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1. The chapter talks about how credit must be available in order for an economy to be healthy. Give an example of how credit could cause economic problems.
   




2. What is your idea of a perfect economy? Give examples of what your economy would have.
   




3. What would happen to a mostly agricultural economy (like many of the small towns in Oregon) if they started to industrialize?
   




4. The economy in the Eugene/Springfield area needs a boost. What do you think would be the best way for the area to grow?
   




5. Why are many of the small towns in Oregon experiencing economic problems?
   

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