Use the historical source to answer the question.

"Workers and farmers, this is the socialist and democratic revolution of the humble, with the humble and for the humble."

Which of the following best explains why Cuba became a communist government after 1945?

A. Because the U.S. overthrew the Cuban government
B. Because it redistributed land owned by the United Fruit Company
C. Due to a lack of economic development and the brutal dictatorship of President Jacobo Arbenz
D. Due to a lack of economic development and the brutal dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista

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The best explanation for why Cuba became a communist government after 1945 is:

D. Due to a lack of economic development and the brutal dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista.

Cuba's transition to communism was largely influenced by social unrest stemming from economic hardships and the repressive nature of Batista's regime, which ultimately led to the revolution led by Fidel Castro and his followers.