What was "gunboat diplomacy"?
A. iron warships that used force to conquer areas and allow access by European merchants
B. iron warships that used their presence to ensure the cooperation of local rulers with European merchants
C. negotiations between European merchants and local rulers that took place on warships
D. naval fleets of European powers that engaged in warfare with other European powers
Answer: B
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