Question

25 how have innovations in communications influenced the u.s. economy?
a technology goods are increasingly produced domestically.
b commercial satellites are manufactured and operated by the government.
c cell phones are more expensive and less accessible to consumers.
d information technology has become interconnected across industries.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Technology goods being increasingly produced domestically doesn't directly relate to communications innovations' impact on the US economy.
• Option B: Commercial satellites being manufactured/operated by the government is not a typical impact of communications innovations on the broader economy.
• Option C: Cell phones have become more affordable and accessible over time due to innovations, so the statement "more expensive and less accessible" is incorrect.
• Option D: Innovations in communications, especially information technology, have led to increased interconnection across industries (e.g., e - commerce connecting retail and tech, remote work tools connecting service and tech industries). This accurately reflects the impact of communications innovations on the US economy.

Answer:

D. Information technology has become interconnected across industries.