Question

what was the situation in the spring and summer of 1945, when truman had to make his decision? check all of the boxes that apply.
the allies were ready to transfer their war resources from europe to the pacific.
japan was busily rearming and threatening to strike back.
japans leaders were refusing to surrender.
us resources had been stretched thin, and the united states ability to invade was limited.
japans ability to make war had been badly crippled.
the united states was inflicting heavy damage by bombing japans cities.
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Explanation:

• After the end of the war in Europe in May 1945, the Allies could focus on the Pacific.
• Japan's leaders were determined and refused to surrender unconditionally.
• Japan's war - making ability was severely damaged due to naval blockades, air raids etc., but its leaders still held out.
• The US was inflicting heavy damage through extensive bombing campaigns like the firebombing of Japanese cities.

Answer:

• The Allies were ready to transfer their war resources from Europe to the Pacific.
• Japan's leaders were refusing to surrender.
• Japan's ability to make war had been badly crippled.
• The United States was inflicting heavy damage by bombing Japan's cities.