Question

which was a factor contributing to the collapse of communism in germany?the weak economy of the former east germanythe weak economy of the former west germanythe lack of support for reunification in the city of berlinthe lack of support for reunification in the former west germany

Explanation:

To determine the factor contributing to the collapse of communism in Germany, we analyze each option:

• The former West Germany had a strong economy (so the option about its weak economy is incorrect).
• Berlin and West Germany generally supported reunification (so the options about lack of support for reunification are incorrect).
• The former East Germany (under communist rule) had a weak economy, which contributed to the dissatisfaction and eventual collapse of communism there.

Answer:

A. the weak economy of the former East Germany