Question 183
When was the "economic miracle" in the Federal Republic of Germany?
Deutsch: Wann war in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland das "Wirtschaftswunder"?
Answer options
- 80s
- 70s
- 50s✓ Correct answer
- 40s
Explanation
After the Second World War, the economy in Germany was on the ground. In the following years, however, the Federal Republic of Germany developed very strongly economically. Due to currency reform, the Marshall Plan, rising industrial production and increasing prosperity, the country experienced a phase of rapid economic upswing. This epoch is referred to as the "economic miracle" and is closely linked to the early history of the Federal Republic of Germany.
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