In decomposition reactions, a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler substances (elements and/or compounds). The decomposition of water into hydrogen and oxygen gases, and the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide to form oxygen gas and water, are examples of decomposition reactions.
A: Some conservatives opposed Roosevelt's New Deal because they believed it either gave too much power to the government or would not be effective. The three most influential opponents were Huey Long, Charles Coughlin and Francis Townsend.
Others today, however, consider Roosevelt the president who steered the nation toward socialism, or they argue that the New Deal worsened and prolonged the depression. Although the people who hold the view that the New Deal was a failure are minority, their views are strong enough to influence millions of people.