The Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944, commonly known as the GI Bill, contributed to the post-war economic boom primarily by:
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Correct answer: Providing low-interest loans for homes and subsidies for college education
The GI Bill helped millions of veterans enter the middle class by making higher education and homeownership affordable. This led to a surge in consumer spending and a more highly skilled workforce during the 1950s.
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