Question

which of these was one of the few successes of the united states government under the articles of confederation?
a a well armed and well trained military force
b financial and military assistance from great britain
c substantial industrial production of armaments
d settling conflicts associated with the settlement of western lands

Explanation:

The Articles of Confederation had a weak central government. It couldn't maintain a well - armed military (A is wrong as it was weak). Britain was not a source of financial/military help (B is wrong). There was no substantial industrial production of armaments (C is wrong). The Land Ordinance of 1785 and Northwest Ordinance of 1787 were successful in settling western land conflicts.

Answer:

D. settling conflicts associated with the settlement of western lands