Question

How did real wages for workers and peasants in the Soviet Union in 1937 compare with those in the Russian empire in 1913?

A) They were far higher.
B) They were marginally higher.
C) They were lower.
D) They were approximately the same.
E) Available data do not allow comparison.

Answer 1

Real wages for workers and peasants in the Soviet Union in 1937 were lower compared to those in the Russian empire in 1913. The correct answer is option C).

Step-by-step explanation:

The real wages for workers and peasants in the Soviet Union in 1937 were lower compared to those in the Russian empire in 1913.

In the Soviet Union during the 1930s, urban life became more difficult as hours were long, pay was low, and essential supplies were in short supply. Workers' wages were insufficient to meet their needs, and many relied on state-run dining halls for food.

On the other hand, the Russian empire in 1913 had a more stable economy, and workers and peasants generally had higher real wages.