As a response to the Great Depression and in contrast to previous federal economic policy,

A) Hoover argued against government-sponsored loans bailing out big businesses and banks.
B) Hoover did not support a tax increase.
C) Hoover approved public-works projects for the unemployed.
D) Hoover signed a direct relief bill designed to help the unemployed.
E) Hoover sought economic aid from allies in Europe.

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Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Herbert Hoover, in response to the Great Depression, approved public-works projects to help reduce unemployment by creating jobs. This was part of his efforts to stimulate the economy, although his measures were often seen as too little and too late.

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