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The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution

A. ended the conflict between North Vietnam and South Vietnam

B. allowed President Johnson to expand U.S. involvement in Vietnam without a declaration of war

C. outlined the proper treatment for captured U.S. soldiers

D. expanded the authority of the government of South Vietnam ​

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B.allowed president Johnson to expand U.S involvement in Vietnam without a declaration of war.

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The correct answer is: B. allowed President Johnson to expand U.S. involvement in Vietnam without a declaration of war

The resolution was passed by Congress and gave President Johnson the authority to take any measures he felt were necessary in Southeast Asia.

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