Question

Why was Germany particularly susceptible to a downturn in the economy?

A.
Germany suffered from low prices throughout the 20s and 30s.
B.
Germany owed large debts to other countries after World War I.
C.
The industrial sector was plagued by inefficiencies and a lack of new technology.
D.
The value of the German currency was tied to the price of gold.
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Answer 1

Answer: B. Germany owed large debts to other countries after World War I.

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Answer 2

I believe the answer is B
Step-by-step explanation:
At the end of World War One they sent out a treaty called the Treaty of Versailles and this treaty was basically a punishment for Germany because they were the main enemy of World War One. This treaty put Germany in so much debt that they were hit especially hard by the Great Depression.