Question

Which statement best describes the Open-Door policy established by John Hay's?

A)It prevented European countries from taking advantage of China's resources.
B)It prevented China from taking advantage of Europe's numerous resources.
C)It allowed only the United States to openly use China's ports as needed.
D)It provided financial assistance to those fighting the Chinese government.

Answer 1

The answer is. A)It prevented European countries from taking advantage of China's resources.

Answer 2

The answer is. A)It prevented European countries from taking advantage of China's resources.
At that time, China was in a dire state following their war with the Japanese. The open-door policy created by John Hay's was established to make United States able to maintain equal footing to obtain trading relationships with China so it's not fully controlled by the European nations.