Question

which group in the box best describes the way germany became an important industrial power during the nineteenth century? group a - bismarck invaded russia and captured the coalfields. - germany harnessed its abundant hydroelectric power. - germany copied the english inventions. - germany made powerful iron tools and machines. group b - bismarck unified the german lands by going to war with france. - germany acquired territory rich in iron ore. - france paid a hefty war fine and germany invested the money in industrial production. - scientists and engineers developed many inventions. group a group b

Explanation:

Bismarck unified Germany through the Franco - Prussian War. Germany acquired iron - rich territory, received war indemnity from France for industrial investment, and German scientists and engineers made many inventions. Group A has inaccuracies like Bismarck not invading Russia for coalfields and Germany not mainly relying on hydroelectric power or just copying English inventions.

Answer:

B. Group B