Question

when the western allies created west germany as a nation in 1948, how did the soviet union respond? it established a blockade of west berlin. it recognized west germany as a nation. it agreed that east and west germany should unite. it withdrew its troops from east germany.

Explanation:

When the western allies created West Germany in 1948, the Soviet - Union saw it as a threat. Establishing a blockade of West Berlin was a way to put pressure on the western powers and gain leverage in the post - World War II power struggle. The other options are not in line with the Soviet Union's actions at that time.

Answer:

It established a blockade of West Berlin.