Describe ways that economic instability led to the rise of military dictatorships in Latin America.(1 point)

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The combination of capitalism and communism embraced by all Latin American dictators promised growth.
The combination of capitalism and communism embraced by all Latin American dictators promised growth.

Only dictators create economic reforms, and these turn a country toward economic stability.
Only dictators create economic reforms, and these turn a country toward economic stability.

Economic growth occurred because all Latin American dictators opposed a free market economy based in capitalism.
Economic growth occurred because all Latin American dictators opposed a free market economy based in capitalism.

Sometimes, the promise of economic growth and the benefits that come with it help bring dictatorships into power.

Answer 1

Sometimes, economic instability in Latin America led to the rise of military dictatorships as individuals in positions of power saw an opportunity to take control and stabilize the economy. In times of economic crisis, people may turn to authoritarian leaders who promise stability and growth, even if it means sacrificing democratic principles. Military dictatorships have been able to implement economic reforms quickly and often without opposition, allowing them to claim credit for any improvements in the economy. This pattern has repeated itself throughout history in Latin America, with military dictatorships taking advantage of economic instability to seize power and implement their own agendas.