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In History / College | 2025-07-05

The deadliest pandemic in recorded history as measured by percentage of the global population is known as the
A. Spanish flu
B. Black Death
C. Yellow fever
D. SARS-COV-2

Asked by dragonsquad7689

Answer (2)

The deadliest pandemic in recorded history by percentage of global population is the Black Death, which killed about one-third of Europe's population in the 14th century. While the Spanish flu had a high death toll, it affected a smaller percentage of the global population. Thus, the Black Death stands out as the deadliest pandemic in history. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-05

The Black Death is the deadliest pandemic in recorded history, significantly affecting one-third of Europe’s population in the 14th century. The Spanish flu had a high death toll but represented a smaller percentage of the global population. Therefore, the correct answer is the Black Death.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-09