How did the Ramadan/Yom Kippur War affect many western nations?

During the 1973 Ramadan/Yom Kippur War, Arab oil-producing nations used an oil embargo against countries that supported Israel. The resulting loss and restriction of oil supplies caused shortages and sharp price increases, contributing to economic problems and recession in many Western nations. Therefore, the correct choice is “It forced them into a recession after their oil supplies were cut off by Arab nations.”

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