Question

multiple choice
listen
what factors contributed to the weakening of the economy immediately after
the war?
select all that apply.
a higher prices and a weaker dollar resulting in inflation
b an increase in the production of peacetime goods
c an economic slowdown resulting in a recession
d an increase in unemployment

Explanation:

To determine factors weakening the economy post - war:

• Option A: War often causes inflation due to higher prices (e.g., for war materials) and a weaker currency (as governments may print more money), so this applies.
• Option B: After a war, resources shift from peacetime goods production to war - related production. When the war ends, there's an initial increase in peacetime goods production as the economy readjusts, which is a sign of economic recovery, not weakening. So this does not apply.
• Option C: A recession (economic slowdown) is a sign of a weakened economy, so this applies.
• Option D: Unemployment rising is a key indicator of an economy weakening, so this applies.

Answer:

A. Higher prices and a weaker dollar resulting in inflation, C. An economic slowdown resulting in a recession, D. An increase in unemployment