Question

In the early 1970s, the Chinese government decided to improve relations with the U.S. because

a. Chinese protesters demanded new democratic reforms.
b. The Korean War had weakened the Chinese economy
c. Deng Xiaoping desired to create new economic relationships with Canadian businesses.
d. China faced a serious security threat from the Soviet Union.

Answer 1

Answer: D. China faced a serious security threat from the Soviet Union.

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Answer 2

I believe the correct answer from the choices listed above is option D. In the early 1970s, the Chinese government decided to improve relations with the U.S. because China faced a serious security threat from the Soviet Union. During this time, the Soviet union and China's government has some serious issues which lead t o the deterioration of the good relationship.