Which of the following constructs an argument in favor of U.S. annexation of the Philippines? (1 point)

Question

• Paternalism: Filipinos are unfit to rule, and the U.S. has a duty to manage them
• Economic reasons: Overseas possession are expensive and hard to manage.
• Racist ideology: White Americans' way of life would be taken away.
Trade reasons: Trade with Germany would increase dramatically.

Answer 1

The option that constructs an argument in favor of U.S. annexation of the Philippines is: Trade reasons: Trade with Germany would increase dramatically.