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The united states purchased the louisiana territory in 1803 for all of the following reasons, except

a. to provide access to the atlantic ocean
b. to develop land for the growing american population
c. to strengthen economic prosperity
d. to provide territory for relocating american indian tribes

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Answer:

d. to provide territory for relocating American Indian tribes.

Step-by-step explanation:

The acquisition was primarily motivated by the objectives of securing access to the Atlantic Ocean (a), developing land for the growing population (b), and enhancing economic prosperity (c).

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