Why did the United States support both Iran and Iraq at various points during the Iraq-Iran War?
A. Rapidly changing leadership in both prevented the U.S. from deciding on an ally.
B. The U.S. hoped to prevent either country from gaining a military advantage.
C. Reagan's involvement in the Iran-Contra scandal forced him to side with Iraq.
D. The Soviet Union repeatedly altered its support, forcing the U.S. to do the same.
Answer: B
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