Question

question 9 of 10
which action is an example of the united states using economic influence as a tool of foreign policy?
a. appointing an ambassador to represent u.s. interests in a country
b. sending troops into a country to support a democratic revolution
c. refusing to trade with a country until it improves its human rights record
d. creating an alliance with a country for mutual protection from invasion

Explanation:

• Option A: Appointing an ambassador is a diplomatic action, not economic.
• Option B: Sending troops is a military action.
• Option C: Refusing to trade (economic measure) to influence a country's human - rights record is using economic influence as a foreign - policy tool.
• Option D: Creating an alliance is a diplomatic/military - related action for mutual protection.

Answer:

C. Refusing to trade with a country until it improves its human rights record