Which of the Following Contributed to the Downfall of the Soviet

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following contributed to the downfall of the Soviet Union in 1991?

• A)public dissatisfaction with low living standards and political repression
• B)producing higher-quality goods than were desired by consumers
• C)the rapidly increasing standard of living
• D)the lack of a strong dictator who can coordinate economic activities

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