Question

the treaty of guadalupe hidalgo in 1848 resulted in the united states: losing territory to mexico with the establishment of the u.s. southern border at the nueces river. entering into an non-aggression agreement with mexico that lasted 50 years. becoming a protectorate of mexico. obtaining most of what is now the south western portion of the u.s. for $15 million.

Explanation:

The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo (1848) ended the Mexican - American War. Under this treaty, Mexico ceded a large amount of territory (including present - day California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and parts of New Mexico, Colorado, and Wyoming) to the United States in exchange for $15 million.

• Option 1 is incorrect because the US gained territory from Mexico, not lost.
• Option 2 is incorrect as there was no such 50 - year non - aggression agreement as a result of this treaty.
• Option 3 is incorrect as the US did not become a protectorate of Mexico; instead, Mexico lost territory to the US.
• Option 4 accurately describes the outcome of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo.

Answer:

D. obtaining most of what is now the South Western portion of the U.S. for $15 million.