Why might the government decide to send stimulus checks?

Question

to improve public opinion about government
to improve public opinion about government

to help stimulate the nation’s GDP
to help stimulate the nation’s GDP

to stimulate the Dow Jones
to stimulate the Dow Jones

to stimulate changes in prices
to stimulate changes in prices

Answer 1

to provide financial relief to individuals and families facing economic hardship
to stimulate consumer spending and boost the economy during a recession or crisis
to prevent or mitigate the impact of a financial crisis or economic downturn