At the Close of World War 2, the Soviet Union

question 112

Multiple Choice

At the close of World War 2, the Soviet Union

• A)had increased food production by tapping new, rich lands in Siberia and Turkmenistan.
• B)under Stalin decided to provide a "socialist bonus" of more consumer goods for the masses by slowing the expansion of heavy industry.
• C)had citizens who worked longer hours than before the war, ate less, and were ill-housed and poorly clothed.
• D)sharply reduced military spending, but only after the surrender of Japan.
• E)moved toward greater liberalization.

Interpret market dynamics of surplus and shortage through supply and demand analysis.

Appreciate the role of expectations regarding future prices in supply decisions.

Recognize the significance of the number of producers on the supply of goods.

Distinguish between changes in supply and quantity supplied based on different market scenarios.

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