Why did Adams increase the size of the American navy?

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He wanted to prepare for all-out war on Britain.
He wanted to prepare for all-out war on Britain.

He hoped it would deter more attacks by French ships.
He hoped it would deter more attacks by French ships.

He needed to use tax money to fund an increase in military spending.
He needed to use tax money to fund an increase in military spending.

Congress passed a law the required him to increase support for the navy

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The correct response is:

He hoped it would deter more attacks by French ships.

Adams increased the size of the American navy primarily as a response to the threats posed by French privateers during the Quasi-War with France, aiming to protect American shipping interests.