All of the following are true statements about Reagan's economic programs EXCEPT:
A) he made significant cuts in social programs like welfare, food stamps, and unemployment compensation. b. he dramatically increased defense spending.
B) Incorrect. Reagan's cuts initially produced an economic recession; the supposed trickle-down of wealth did not trickle down and the cuts to welfare programs limited the amount of consumer dollars entering the market. See 27-1: Reagan's Domestic Politics
C) his trickle-down theory ultimately proved to be a vital strategy for dealing with economic downturns.
D) his policies increased the number of billionaires in America.
E) he cut taxes by 25 percent within three years.
C
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A. The Puritans remained within the established Church of England. B. The Puritans carried with them a Crown charter for their enterprise. C. The Puritans felt a sense of mission to reform England. D. The Puritans were simpler, less educated folk.
In 1992, which of the following candidates won the Democratic party nomination?
a. George H. Bush b. Bob Dole c. H. Ross Perot. d. Bill Clinton
Throughout most of the eighteenth century, the majority of slaves imported from Africa to North America were from which African region?
a. Gambia b. Kongo c. Benin d. Angola
Which of these gained the most from the shift from the Indian to the Atlantic Ocean trade?
A) Africa B) Europe C) China D) India