Which of the following was one cause of the Mexican-American War?(1 point)

Question

Responses

President Polk purchased Texas.
President Polk purchased Texas.

Mormons moved into Mexican territory.
Mormons moved into Mexican territory.

The United States annexed Texas.

Answer 1

The correct response is: The United States annexed Texas.

The annexation of Texas by the United States in 1845 was a significant cause of the Mexican-American War, as it heightened tensions between the two nations over territorial disputes.