Which two factors explain why great britain’s economy experienced a period of stagnation after world war i? 1.) the war had created a large national debt, which in turn led to rising costs and a lack of jobs. 2.) a large number of men had been killed in the war, which resulted in a labor shortage. 3.) violent conflicts between workers and employers about low wages led to a loss of productivity. 4.) many factories and industries were destroyed in aerial bombings, resulting in a decrease in production.