Question

Why did the U.S. promote the Open Door policy instead of claiming its own territory in China?

(1 point)
Responses

To prepare for a military takeover of China.
To prepare for a military takeover of China.

To support China's efforts to isolate itself.
To support China's efforts to isolate itself.

To ensure equal trade access for all nations.
To ensure equal trade access for all nations.

To form an exclusive alliance with Great Britain.
To form an exclusive alliance with Great Britain.

Answer 1

To ensure equal trade access for all nations.