The Policy Idea Behind "Dollar Diplomacy" Was to

question 117

Multiple Choice

The policy idea behind "Dollar Diplomacy" was to

• A) create stable governments in less-developed nations.
• B) reduce the deployment of troops from the United States to other nations.
• C) encourage other nations to peg their currency to the U.S. dollar.
• D) financially reward Latin nations that supported the interests of the United States.
• E) extend investments and influence of the United States in less-developed regions.

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Asset Purchase

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Poison Pill

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Majority

More than half of a particular group or amount, often used to describe the age at which a person gains full legal rights and responsibilities.

Exchange Offer

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