Question

what was the result of the battle of stalingrad?
the starvation of the soviet troops resulted in their defeat and allowed german forces to capture important oil fields.
the prolonged battle cost the german army profoundly in terms of troops and equipment and enabled a soviet advance.
the german forces held out long enough to end the soviet advance westward.
the resolve of the german army led stalin to agree to a nonaggression pact with hitler.

Explanation:

The Battle of Stalingrad was a major turning - point in World War II. The Soviet Union's victory was a result of the German army's heavy losses in troops and equipment during the prolonged battle. This loss enabled the Soviets to go on the offensive.
The first option is incorrect as the Soviets did not starve and lose; they won. The third option is wrong because it was the Soviets who advanced after the battle. The fourth option is incorrect as the non - aggression pact was signed before the battle.

Answer:

The prolonged battle cost the German army profoundly in terms of troops and equipment and enabled a Soviet advance.