In 1950, 60% of American homeowners owned a car. By 1960, that number had increased to 80%.

Which statement best explains why car ownership increased in the 1950s?

Responses

People believed cars were an investment that would increase in value.
People believed cars were an investment that would increase in value.

People needed a way to go to drive-in diners and movies.
People needed a way to go to drive-in diners and movies.

People in the suburbs needed transportation to the city.
People in the suburbs needed transportation to the city.

People wanted the U.S. to surpass the Soviet Union in car ownership.