Question

question 22 of 25

to reassert u.s. dominance in the cold war, president reagan:

a. increased funding for social services.
b. decreased military spending.
c. increased military spending.
d. cut taxes for the wealthy.

Explanation:

Analyze the question prompt

The question asks for the action taken by President Ronald Reagan specifically to "reassert U.S. dominance in the Cold War."

Evaluate the options based on historical context

• Option A: Reagan cut funding for many social services rather than increasing it.
• Option B: Reagan significantly increased military spending to counter the Soviet Union, making this option incorrect.
• Option C: Reagan initiated a massive peacetime military buildup (increasing military spending) to challenge Soviet influence and negotiate from a position of strength.
• Option D: While Reagan did cut taxes for the wealthy (part of supply-side economics), this domestic economic policy was not the direct mechanism used to reassert military and strategic dominance in the Cold War.

Identify the correct choice

Option C directly addresses the foreign policy goal of reasserting U.S. dominance in the Cold War through military strength.

Answer:

• (A) increased funding for social services.
• (B) decreased military spending.
• (C) increased military spending. (Correct answer)
• (D) cut taxes for the wealthy.