Question

how did the soviet union try to ensure that satellite states would follow its policies?○ it installed leaders from the soviet union.○ it had popular support that inspired local governments.○ it controlled local communist governments.○ it created governments that had popular support

Explanation:

The Soviet Union maintained control over its Eastern European satellite states by overseeing and directing local communist governments, ensuring alignment with Soviet policies. Installing Soviet leaders was not the standard approach, and the regimes generally lacked widespread popular support.

Answer:

It controlled local communist governments.