Which of the following led Japan to consider a preemptive first strike against the United States?

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Japan was heavily reliant on oil imports from the United States, and the oil embargo imposed by the United States in response to Japan’s aggression in China was a major factor in Japan’s decision to consider a preemptive first strike against the United States. Without access to oil, Japan’s military would be severely handicapped, and Japan believed it needed to take action to secure its access to oil.

Which of the Following Led Japan to Consider a Preemptive