Question

Use the graph of the number of Bachelor's degrees awarded in the United States between 1899 and 1960 to answer the question.
Bachelor's Degrees Conferred in the United States
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Which statement best explains the reason for the dramatic increase in degrees conferred between 1939 and 1950?

Answer 1

The dramatic increase in Bachelor's degrees awarded between 1939 and 1950 can be attributed primarily to the post-World War II educational expansion, including the GI Bill, which provided veterans with opportunities for higher education. After the war, an influx of returning soldiers sought to further their education, leading to a significant rise in college enrollment and, consequently, an increase in the number of degrees conferred. Additionally, the economic growth of the post-war era and the increasing demand for a more educated workforce contributed to this trend.