Question

One noteworthy change in the economy during the 1920s was
A) a stagnant stock market.
B) decreased consumer confidence.
C) decreased spending on discretionary goods.
Eliminate
D) increased speculation in the stock market.

Answer 1

the choice for the question would be  a

Answer 2

Answer: D) increased speculation in the stock market.

Explanation: Increased speculation in the stock market was a hallmark of economic behavior during the 1920s. Most people viewed investing in the stock market as “sure thing” that would bring instant dividends—which is why the stock market quickly became overvalued and the 1929 crash came as such a surprise.