The correct response is:
C Russia exiting the war and signing a peace treaty with Germany.
This factor contributed to the U.S. decision to enter World War I because it changed the balance of power in favor of the Central Powers and raised fears among the Allies about the potential for a German victory. Additionally, the U.S. was concerned about the implications of a Germany that could focus its efforts on the Western Front without having to contend with the Eastern Front after Russia's exit.