How did U. S. troops make a difference in the final battles of the war?

Why did leaders such as siddhartha gautama abandon hinduism to createbuddhism around 500 bce:

All of the following were weaknesses of the articles of confederation, except: a) the central government was not permitted to regulate state, interstate, or foreign trade. b) the central government was not permitted to borrow money. c) the central government had little ability to regulate money. d) the central government had no ability to tax.

Explain the reasons for u.s. neutrality during the 1920s and 1930s. how did ideas about neutrality change during the period from the end of world war i to the passage of the lend-lease act? be sure to include any events, terms, or people that may support your response.