Question

question 2 of 10
which of the following describes a major similarity between the marshall plan and the truman doctrine?
a. both were policies devised in europe but implemented by the united states.
b. both were political plans meant to prevent wars through diplomacy.
c. both were policies meant to stop the spread of soviet influence.
d. both were economic plans that demanded completely free markets.

Explanation:

The Marshall Plan provided economic aid to Western - European countries to help them recover after World War II and resist Soviet influence. The Truman Doctrine pledged American support to countries threatened by communism. Both were part of the U.S. strategy to contain the spread of Soviet - backed communism during the Cold War.

Answer:

C. Both were policies meant to stop the spread of Soviet influence.