Q: How did President Hoover respond to the crisis?

The Great Depression occurred when a combination of factors led to a sharp decline in economic output and a severe increase in unemployment. Key factors contributing to the downturn include:

  • Tariffs
  • When President Herbert Hoover took office in 1929, he believed that the economy would automatically recover. He mainly relied on a laissez-faire economic approach, expecting the free market to correct itself. As economic conditions worsened, Hoover implemented some relief measures such as:

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  • A: President Hoover's Response

    When the stock market crashed in 1929, millions of Americans invested in thestock market and saw their savings decline in value. This loss of confidence led to a decline in consumer spending, which caused businesses to cut back on production and ultimately led to unemployment.