What was a lasting impact of the Great Depression as a result of the actions taken by both Herbert Hoover and Franklin Roosevelt? A) Although the New Deal initially expanded the government's power, it had no longer term impact as the programs and reforms all ended by the end of the Great Depression.

B) The Supreme Court increased in size from 9 Justices to 12.

C) The size and power of the federal government greatly increased as the government took on the responsibility to regulate the economy and provide aid for those in need.

D) They established the Presidency as a "laissez faire" position making it the strongest branch of government.