How did the purchase of the Louisiana Territory help the United States avoid war with European powers?

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It removed British control of forts on the America side of the Great Lakes.
It removed British control of forts on the America side of the Great Lakes.

It resulted in peace between Great Britain and France.
It resulted in peace between Great Britain and France.

It forced Spain to give up territory in the United States.
It forced Spain to give up territory in the United States.

It removed French control of New Orleans and the Mississippi River.
It removed French control of New Orleans and the Mississippi River.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

It removed French control of New Orleans and the Mississippi River.

Purchasing the Louisiana Territory effectively removed French influence and control over a crucial trade route, thereby reducing the likelihood of conflict with European powers that could threaten American interests in navigation and expansion.