Question

Which of the following is true about the American embargo on sales to Japan? It hindered Japan's ability to wage war. It was a direct result of the Pearl Harbor bombing. It made Japan invade China to obtain needed resources. It forced Japan to reopen peace negotiations.

Answer 1

It hindered Japan's ability to wage war is the correct answer

Answer 2

The American embargo on sales to Japan was created because Japan was in a war with China and was using our imported goods and oil to create weapons. However, the embargo later led to the bombing of Pearl Harbor and WWII. It made Japan invade China to obtain needed resources.