Expansionist beliefs were viewed in conflicting ways due to their potential impact on the United States' power and international relationships. Which statement summarizes the opposing views?
a) Expansion enhances the United States' dominance and authority.
b) Forcing laws on developing nations might provoke conflicts akin to the US gaining independence from Great Britain.
c) Expansionism ensures global peace and stability.
d) The US gaining independence is unrelated to expansionist ideologies.
