Was the US imperialism of the Philippines justified? Explain. I'll mark brainiest.

Explanation:

Americans who advocated annexation evinced a variety of motivations: desire for commercial opportunities in Asia, concern that the Filipinos were incapable of self-rule, and fear that if the United States did not take control of the islands, another power (such as Germany or Japan) might do so.

answer; i believe that the correct answer is (d); //declaration of independence; plz check first good luck

the right choice would be a. culture within the city-state. c. loyalty to the police. d separation by land and sea.