Question

the line graph shows us defense spending from 1946 to 1968. us defense spending, 1946 - 1969 which of the following statements best explains this graph? us defense spending was affected by domestic needs during these years, not world events. us defense spending was one - half that of the soviet unions from 1946 to 1968. us defense spending declined after world war ii but increased as the cold war heated up. us defense spending was at its highest point in the years immediately following world war ii.

Explanation:

After World War II, the US initially reduced defense spending. As the Cold - War tensions increased between the US and the Soviet Union, defense spending rose. There is no evidence in the graph about comparison with Soviet spending, and domestic needs are not the main factor shown. Also, spending was not at its highest right after WWII.

Answer:

US defense spending declined after World War II but increased as the Cold War heated up.