The United States opposed the existence of spheres of influence in China for what reason?
A. Such spheres threatened American trading interests in China.
B. Such spheres posed a direct threat to American troops stationed in the Far East.
C. Treaty obligations required the United States to defend China against outside interference.
D. The United States believed in self-determination for the Chinese people.
Answer: A
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