Question

Which explains why U.S. imperialists wanted to acquire the Philippines? (1 point)

A.) Acquiring the territory would give the United States more power in world affairs.
B.) The territory had several valuable natural resources to help build U.S. industries.
C.) Acquiring the territory would keep the United States out of Asian politics and wars.
D.) The territory had built a strong economy and government that would help protect the United States.