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In response to the failing economy under his leadership, what strategy did Maga implement?
Forcing youths to work on land
Increasing tariffs on imports
Selling national resources to foreign investors
Decreasing taxes
Answer
In response to the failing economy under his leadership, Maga implemented a strategy of forcing youths to work on land. This strategy was meant to boost the economy by providing jobs for the unemployed and to increase agricultural production. However, the strategy was not effective and only served to alienate the youth and make them more discontent with the government.
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