How did the U.S.-Japan relationship evolve in the years immediately following World War II?(1 point)

The U.S. played a pivotal role in Japan's post-World War II economic and social reconstruction, fostering a lasting peaceful partnership.

To contain the spread of communism, the U.S. administered the occupation of both Japan and Korea, dividing them along the 17th parallel line.

Following World War II, the U.S. maintained a presence in Japan for four decades to prevent the resurgence of its military.

Due to the events at Pearl Harbor, the U.S. compelled Japan to provide war reparations, which subsequently posed economic challenges for the country.

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The U.S. played a pivotal role in Japan's post-World War II economic and social reconstruction, fostering a lasting peaceful partnership.