In the late nineteenth century, many businessmen argued that the United States should be prepared to compete with nations throughout the world for natural resources.

Which policy would these businessmen support?
Responses

active environmental protection
active environmental protection

a movement toward American imperialism
a movement toward American imperialism

an end to American imperialism

1 answer

The businessmen in the late nineteenth century who argued for the United States to compete for natural resources would most likely support a movement toward American imperialism. This policy would align with their interests in expanding U.S. influence and control over foreign territories rich in natural resources, thereby ensuring access to the materials needed for economic growth and competition on a global scale.