Question

based on source 2, which statement explains how the roosevelt corollary most likely affected latin american countries?
a latin american countries experienced an increase in european intervention.
b latin american countries became influenced by the united states.
c latin american countries suffered from a steady economic decline.
d latin american countries had their prior debts forgiven.

Explanation:

The Roosevelt Corollary (1904) was an extension of the Monroe Doctrine, asserting U.S. authority to intervene in Latin American nations to stabilize them, particularly regarding debt to European powers. This led to increased U.S. political, economic, and military influence over Latin American countries, rather than increased European intervention, guaranteed economic decline, or debt forgiveness.

Answer:

b. Latin American countries became influenced by the United States.