Question

What did Hoover’s observation during the depth of the Depression that "many persons left their jobs for the more profitable one of selling apples" indicate?
a. President Hoover had grown increasingly out of touch with the economic reality of Americans.
b. Compared to the plight of the cities, farms and orchards were remarkably prosperous.
c. Industrial wages during the time were so low that many people did not consider employment worthwhile.
d. Even in the midst of the Depression, Hoover continued to focus on micromanaging the economy.
e. The Great Depression had resulted in a complete breakdown of all market infrastructures.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. President Hoover had grown increasingly out of touch with the economic reality of Americans.

Explanation:

During the Depression many companies declared bankruptcy and had to let go of employees, which in turn had to sell apples to make a living and try and feed their families.