During the early 1990s, the american economy was:

a) spiraling into a depression.
b) the wealthiest in the world.
c) dependent on aid from western europe.
d) less well-off than in previous years.

The right answer is:

A) spiraling into a depression.

Explanation:

The Gulf War of 1990-91 achieved its goals but it caused the oil prices to skyrocket. The oil shock hit the economy, it contributed to lower levels of consumer and business confidence. It led to a short-term recession. The economy had been already weakened by a restrictive monetary policy followed by the Federal Reserve.

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