What was the main power given to the War Industries Board after its creation in 1917?

a) overseeing the nation's armed forces at home and abroad

b) informing the American public of events related to the war in Europe

c) eliminating any traces of German culture from the United States

D) setting prices for key war materials such as steel, iron, and rubber

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Alisa Owens

5 March, 19:31

What was the main power given to the War Industries Board after its creation in 1917?

a) overseeing the nation's armed forces at home and abroad

b) informing the American public of events related to the war in Europe

c) eliminating any traces of German culture from the United States

D) setting prices for key war materials such as steel, iron, and rubber

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The answer is D) setting prices for key war materials such as steel, iron, and rubber. The War Industries Board was responsible for all matters related to the industrial production of war time supplies. They set production quotas and controlled the distribution of raw materials needed for the war effort.