What was the most significant difference between Austria and the rest of the German states in 1853?
A) Language
B) Membership in the Zollverein
C) Political systems
D) Ethnic makeups

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Austria was not a member of the Zollverein, while the rest of the German states were. The Zollverein was a customs union that facilitated trade and economic growth among participating states. This difference contributed to Austria's isolation from the other German states and eventually led to conflicts and tensions within the German Confederation.

What Was the Most Significant Difference Between Austria and the Rest