What role did consumption play in postwar American culture?
A)Excessive consumption was a serious concern both for cultural critics and economists.
B)Mass consumption was extolled as a virtue that would provide employment and prosperity.
C)Compared to exports, domestic consumption was still in its infancy and played a small role in the nation's economy.
D)Because of their experience in the Great Depression, Americans continued to live frugally throughout the 50s.

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Mass consumption was promoted as a key driver of economic growth and prosperity in postwar America, with the belief that it would create jobs and boost the economy.

What Role Did Consumption Play in Postwar American Culture