Question

which added to severe us economic problems in 1971?
peace talks in the middle east
a recession
a drop in unemployment
reduction in federal spending

Explanation:

In 1971, the U.S. faced stagflation and economic instability. A recession (a period of economic decline) directly worsened existing severe economic problems. Middle East peace talks were unrelated to U.S. domestic economic struggles, a drop in unemployment would improve economic conditions, and a reduction in federal spending was not a factor that added to the 1971 economic crisis.

Answer:

B. a recession