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?

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This statement by Hoover suggests a lack of understanding of the severity of the economic crisis, as selling apples on the street was not a choice made for profit but rather a desperate measure for survival by those who had lost their jobs.

What Did Hoover's Observation During the Depth of the Depression