Question

What is one reason the United States emerged from World War II a clear world power?

The United States had the largest population in the world at the end of the war.
The United States took over the most land in Europe after the war.
The United States suffered the most loss of life of any country during the war.
The United States suffered fewer casualties during the war.

Answer 1

Answer: The United States suffered fewer casualties during the war.

Explanation: There are several reasons the United States emerged from World War II a world power. The U.S. suffered a small loss of life compared to other nations involved in the war. Also, the battles and bombing (with the exception of Pearl Harbor) took place on foreign soil.

Answer 2

One reason the United States emerged from World War II a clear world power was that "The United States suffered fewer casualties during the war," since the US had been protected from the conflict by the Pacific and Atlantic oceans.