Which of these was an outcome of the Great Depression?
a. The federal government cut Social Security benefits because it lacked adequate funds.
b. The federal government assumed new responsibilities for the management of economic matters.
c. The federal government devolved responsibility for solving the economic crisis to the states.
d. The federal government took a laissez-faire approach when dealing with economic matters.
Answer: b
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