Which of the following statements concerning the depression in Japan is most accurate?
a. The Japanese government failed to take any direct action to modify the impact of the depression.
b. Western nations such as Britain and the United States began a massive investment program in Japan.
c. The total concentration of the government on military aggression led to an ineffective response to the depression.
d. After initial great misery, Japan suffered far less than many Western nations because of effective government action.
e. Due to government controls, the depression never affected the Japanese.
Answer: D