Productivity in the United States doubled between 1945 and 1990. However, the work week didn't get shorter because
A) income taxes were raised.
B) the standard of living increased.
C) corporate downsizing reduced the number of people in the workforce.
D) the pay of CEOs skyrocketed.
E) taxes doubled between 1945 and 1990.

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The standard of living increased, which led to a higher demand for goods and services, requiring workers to maintain their level of productivity over a longer work week. Income taxes, corporate downsizing, CEO pay, and taxes doubling are not directly related to the length of the work week.

Productivity in the United States Doubled Between 1945 and 1990