How did the problems in the agricultural industry contribute to growing weaknesses in the U.S economy during the 1920 s? A. Overproduction led to higher profits for farmers, which widened the gap between the rich and the poor. B. Overproduction led to higher food prices, which most Americans could not afford. C. Overproduction led to a greater demand for tractors, which farmers could not afford. D. Overproduction led to declining profits, which often forced farmers into debt.

D. Overproduction led to declining profits, which often forced farmers into debt.<br /><br />During the 1920s, advancements in agricultural technology and practices led to significant increases in crop yields. However, this overproduction resulted in a surplus of agricultural products, causing prices to plummet. As a consequence, farmers experienced declining profits and were often unable to repay their debts, leading to financial instability and contributing to the weaknesses in the U.S. economy during that period.