Why did Arab states decideto cut off oil exports to the United States in 1973?
A) To punish the U.S. for its support of Israel during the Arab-Israeli war.
B) To achieve a better bargaining position on other trade issues.
C) To demonstrate their power in order to gain leverage over other states that import oil.
D) To increase the price of oil to match its value in the world economy.
Answer: A
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