What demographic phenomenon describes the massive increase in the U.S. birth rate between 1946 and 1964?
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Correct answer: America's Baby Boom
Returning veterans and a stable economy led to a spike in births, with approximately 76 million children born during this period. This surge drove demand for new housing, schools, and consumer products for decades.
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