During WWII, what revolutionary pricing strategy did the U.S. implement for the production of the M1 Garand rifle to ensure both quality and quantity?

During World War II, governments and military planners faced unprecedented challenges in funding, producing, and distributing war materiel. The United States implemented a fascinating pricing strategy for one critical military product that revolutionized battlefield logistics while maintaining production quality. Test your knowledge of this unique approach to military procurement that helped secure Allied victory!

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Cost-plus-fixed-fee contracts, where manufacturers were guaranteed a profit regardless of production costs, incentivizing rapid production
Competitive bidding among manufacturers, with contracts awarded to the lowest bidder, resulting in cost savings of over 40%
Price fixing at pre-war levels to prevent profiteering, with manufacturers receiving tax incentives instead of direct compensation
Reverse auctions where manufacturers bid down prices monthly, creating a dynamic pricing model that adjusted to wartime market conditions