Question

Which reason best explains the motivation for American expansionism?
(1 point)
Responses

It would be important to maintain political influence in developing countries.
It would be important to maintain political influence in developing countries.

A U.S. naval presence around the world would decrease the chance of future wars.
A U.S. naval presence around the world would decrease the chance of future wars.

American goods would stimulate local economies throughout the world.
American goods would stimulate local economies throughout the world.

New markets for American goods would strengthen the U.S. economy.

Answer 1

New markets for American goods would strengthen the U.S. economy.

Explanation: Late-19th/early-20th century expansionism was largely driven by economic motives—businesses and politicians sought overseas markets and resources to sustain growth and prevent domestic recessions.