Question

In the Potsdam Declaration, they called for Japan's unconditional surrender; by August of 1945, that objective had been achieved. In September, 1945, General Douglas MacArthur took charge of the Supreme Command of Allied Powers (SCAP) and began the work of rebuilding Japan. Although Great Britain, the Soviet Union, and the Republic of China had an advisory role as part of an "Allied Council," MacArthur had the final authority to make all decisions. The occupation of Japan can be divided into three phases: the initial effort to punish and reform Japan, the work to revive the Japanese economy, and the conclusion of a formal peace treaty and alliance. -Occupation and Reconstruction of Japan, 1945-52 How was General MacArthur's role in Japan's rebuilding process different from the role of other leaders?

A.) Alliedleaders made decisions regarding their own nations.
B.) Leaders of other nations could help General MacArthur, but he made the final decisions.
C.)General MacArthur worked alone without guidance from others.
D.)Other leaders voted on General MacArthur's decisions before they were final.​

Answer 1

B.) Leaders of other nations could help General MacArthur, but he made the final decisions.

Step-by-step explanation:

As the Supreme Commander of Allied Powers (SCAP), General Douglas MacArthur had the final authority to make all decisions regarding the rebuilding of Japan. Although Great Britain, the Soviet Union, and the Republic of China had an advisory role as part of an "Allied Council," they did not have the final authority to make decisions. Other leaders could provide help and guidance to MacArthur, but ultimately he had the final say in the rebuilding process.