Which of the following factors contributed to the Great Depression?

A) Risky stock market speculation
B) A high rate of inflation
C) The elimination of protective tariffs
D) A large and growing federal deficit

Great Depression

A severe worldwide economic downturn that took place during the 1930s, leading to widespread unemployment and poverty.

Stock Market Speculation

The act of trading stocks, commodities, or other financial instruments with the aim of making profits from short-term fluctuations in their prices, often involving high risk.

Protective Tariffs

Tariffs imposed on imports to protect domestic industries from foreign competition by increasing the cost of imported goods.