Which was an impact of the United States acquiring the Oregon Territory?

Question

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• It created more territory that allowed slavery.
• It opened trade routes to the Pacific.
• It strengthened Democrats' control of the presidency.
• It led to war with Mexico.

Answer 1

The impact of the United States acquiring the Oregon Territory was primarily that it opened trade routes to the Pacific. This acquisition facilitated westward expansion and provided access to trade with Asia.