Question

Why did OPEC increase oil prices in 1973?

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A. To add to Nixon's power as president
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B. To pressure the United States not to support Israel
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C. To protest the U.S. fighting in Vietnam
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D. To help the U.S. economy

Answer 1

Answer: B. To pressure the US not to support Israel

Explanation: (apx)

Answer 2

The right answer is B. To pressure the United States not to support Israel.

Step-by-step explanation:

It was an act of retaliation by Arab countries for Washington´s decision to re-supply the Israeli forces during the Arab-Israeli War of 1973 and to gain leverage in post-war negotiations.