During World War II, most Americans economically experienced

A. serious hardships due to rationing of essential goods.
B. prosperity and a doubling of personal income.
C. a continuing struggle to find employment.
D. growing class conflict between the wealthy and the working class.
E. prosperity in the cities but disastrous conditions on farms and in small towns.


Answer: B

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