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Why does the United States purchase oil from other countries?

1.oil from other countries causes less pollution
2.to improve the transportation industry
3.to secure good relationships with other countries
4.to keep up with the demand for oil

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Answer:

4. to keep up with the demand for oil

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Because US can't keep up with the demand of gasoline which is made from oil.

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Answer: 3.to secure good relationships with other countries

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