Why was the Cuban economy dominated by U.S. economic interests in the 1950s?

A. because of Cuba's longtime economic debt owed to the United States
B. because of the U.S. debt owed to Cuba
C. because of the two countries neocolonial relationship
D. because of the two countries' shared disdain for the Soviets


Answer: C

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