Which of the following accurately summarizes the United States’ involvement and military role in World War I?(1 point)

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1. The U.S. became involved after the ammunition depot attacks in New Jersey and New York, but did not send troops until 1916 when Russia left the war.

2. The U.S. became involved in World War I when the Selective Service Act was passed, which provided Allied forces military support.

3. The U.S. became involved in World War I on January 16 1917, when Germany sunk a British vessel and the U.S. sent economic support as a response.

4. The U.S. became involved in World War I after the Zimmerman Telegram, and sent troops to provided military reinforcements and support.

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The most accurate summary of the United States' involvement and military role in World War I from the provided options is:

4. The U.S. became involved in World War I after the Zimmerman Telegram, and sent troops to provide military reinforcements and support.

The Zimmerman Telegram, which was sent by Germany to Mexico proposing a military alliance against the U.S., along with unrestricted submarine warfare, were significant factors prompting U.S. entry into the war. The U.S. declared war on Germany on April 6, 1917, and subsequently sent troops to support the Allied forces.