Franklin Delano Roosevelt took steps to discourage bank failures by:

A. eliminating guarantees on people's bank deposits.
B. maintaining a balanced budget.
C. decreasing government spending.
D. initiating government guarantees on people's bank deposits.


Answer: D

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Why does increased productivity lead to sustained economic growth?

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