The MOST important result of the Spanish American War was that it

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A spread democracy to Latin America.spread democracy to Latin America.
B secured a safe source of raw materials for US industry.secured a safe source of raw materials for US industry.
C guaranteed the independence of Mexico from Spanish control.guaranteed the independence of Mexico from Spanish control.
D set up a colonial empire for the U.S. and set the U.S. on the road to empire.

Answer 1

The MOST important result of the Spanish American War was that it D) set up a colonial empire for the U.S. and set the U.S. on the road to empire.

The war resulted in the U.S. acquiring territories such as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines, which marked the beginning of a more significant U.S. presence and influence in global affairs and colonialism.