Which reason best explains the motivation for American expansionism?

Question

(1 point)
Responses

It would be important to maintain political influence in developing countries.
It would be important to maintain political influence in developing countries.

A U.S. naval presence around the world would decrease the chance of future wars.
A U.S. naval presence around the world would decrease the chance of future wars.

American

Answer 1

business interests would be better served by expanding into new markets and acquiring new resources.
- American business interests would be better served by expanding into new markets and acquiring new resources.