Question

at their meeting in january of 1942, what argument persuaded president roosevelt and prime minister churchill to pursue a \europe - first\ strategy?
it was felt that germany posed a greater threat than japan.
the united states was preparing to fight japan, the strongest axis nation.
military leaders felt it was necessary to focus on europe first.
the allies had to stop germany from sending reinforcements to japan.

Explanation:

Germany was seen as the dominant Axis - power. Defeating Germany first would weaken the Axis significantly. It was believed that Japan could be dealt with more effectively after Germany's defeat.

Answer:

It was felt that Germany posed a greater threat than Japan.