Question

question 12
2 pts
the major reason the united states became involved in the korean war was the (ssush20a)
threat of communism spreading throughout asia.
desire to limit japanese expansion.
need to prevent war between china and the soviet union.
demand by the united states for korean natural resources.

Explanation:

During the Cold War, the U.S. had a policy of containment to stop the spread of communism. The Korean War was seen as part of this effort. Japan was defeated after WWII and not expanding then. There was no real threat of a China - Soviet war needing U.S. prevention. And the U.S. involvement wasn't mainly about Korean natural resources.

Answer:

Threat of communism spreading throughout Asia.