LBJ accompanied his decision to authorize offensive American military operations in South Vietnam with
A. a mobilization of the reserves and a call up of the National Guard.
B. a congressional resolution formally endorsing his decision.
C. a tax increase and a nationwide conscription designed to pay and man the war.
D. a low-key announcement designed to avoid stirring public opinion.
E. a declaration of national emergency aimed at building popular support for war.
Answer: D
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