The most striking feature of American society in the 1950s and early 1960s was the booming economic growth that made even the heady 1920s seem pale by comparison. Identify which of the following statements correctly describe the effects of the postwar economic boom on American society. 1. The suburban population grew almost as fast as the population as a whole. 2. The economic expansion lasted for almost twenty years with only brief interruptions. 3. Economic growth was held back only by the frugality developed by most Americans during the Depression. 4. The gross national product grew by a staggering 250 percent. 5. The prosperity was notable because it had very little influence on the standard of living in the United States. 6. Economic expansion triggered a sharp increase in the birthrate.

The following statements correctly describe the effects of the postwar economic boom on American society:

1. The suburban population grew almost as fast as the population as a whole. This is true as the postwar economic boom led to a surge in housing development, particularly in suburban areas. This was facilitated by the GI Bill, which provided low-cost mortgages for returning veterans, leading to a significant increase in homeownership.

2. The economic expansion lasted for almost twenty years with only brief interruptions. This is also true. The period from the end of World War II until the early 1970s was marked by sustained economic growth, with only minor recessions interrupting this trend.

3. The gross national product grew by a staggering 250 percent. This is true. The postwar economic boom led to a significant increase in the gross national product, reflecting the overall economic prosperity of the period.

4. Economic expansion triggered a sharp increase in the birthrate. This is true and is often referred to as the "Baby Boom." The economic stability and prosperity of the postwar period encouraged families to have more children, leading to a significant increase in the birthrate.

Statements 3 and 5 are not correct. The economic growth was not held back by the frugality developed during the Depression. In fact, consumer spending was a significant driver of the postwar economic boom. Additionally, the prosperity had a significant influence on the standard of living in the United States, with many Americans enjoying a level of affluence previously unseen.