How did the automobile transform American life in the 1920s?
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Correct answer: It increased personal mobility and encouraged suburban growth, road building, and tourism
Automobiles gave many Americans greater freedom to travel, commute, and shop beyond their local communities. Their popularity also stimulated industries such as oil, rubber, steel, road construction, and roadside services.
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