The western bloc was made up of

A. Democratic and market- oriented nations

by creating a labor shortage that pushed the continent toward a market economy

i believe the correct answer is option b. most eastern european nations joined nato.

though i could be wrong, option d. the eastern european nations were granted complete independence, would be another choice.

hope this ! : )

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