Question

the quote below reflects a belief in which * of the following? \the question is eminently one in which the influence of the government should make itself felt, to build up for the nation a navy which, if not capable of reaching distant countries, shall at least be able to keep clear the chief approaches to its own...it may safely be said that it is essential to the welfare of the whole country that the conditions of trade and commerce should remain, as far as possible, unaffected by an external war. in order to do this, the enemy must be kept not only out of our ports, but far away from our coasts.\ -alfred mahan, influence of sea power upon history, 1890 isolationism imperialism social darwinism anti - imperialism

Explanation:

The quote emphasizes building a strong navy to protect trade and keep enemies away from coasts, which is characteristic of imperialism aiming for naval - power projection and protection of economic interests. Isolationism would mean staying out of international affairs, social Darwinism is about survival of the fittest in society, and anti - imperialism opposes imperialist actions.

Answer:

B. Imperialism