Which sentence states the main idea of this paragraph?
a. No amount of washing will completely free the lacing from mud.
b. It will retain a spear instead of letting it glide off harmlessly
c. When soaked with water it becomes heavy and cannot be quickly dried
d. A large quantity of lacing is a disadvantage
Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Review the statement. after the spanish-american war, the united states gained control of samoa, guam, and puerto rico. which options most accurately analyze how this expansion transformed the united states? (select all that apply.) a. it prevented the united states from developing its economic might. b. it allowed the united states to establish a military presence abroad. c. it established its presence on the world stage as an imperial power. d. it led to an increase in tension between the united states and canada.