Which of these statements best describes the u. s. economy during the 1980s and early 1990s? a. dependence on foreign oil led to record high gas prices. b. american businesses exported far more than they imported. c. there was a widening income gap between the rich and poor. d. high military spending resulted in shortages for consumers?

Enlightenment thinkers most contributed to the development of whichpolitical idea? a. religious leaders should play the largest role in establishing asociety's laws.b. democratic governments have the responsibility to protect humanrights.c. criminals must be punished harshly if a society is to maintainorder.d. written constitutions place unnecessary restrictions ongovernments' powers.