To prevent the Viet Cong from becoming too powerful in the south, Kennedy:
A)created political unrest in the country.
B)tried to influence Ho Chi Minh by promising financial aid.
C)increased the U.S. military presence in South Vietnam.
D)encouraged France to declare war against Vietnam.
E)cut off food and weapons supplies to South Vietnam.

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Kennedy increased the U.S. military presence in South Vietnam as part of his strategy to prevent the Viet Cong from gaining too much power in the region. This involved sending more military advisors and support to assist the South Vietnamese government in its fight against the Viet Cong.

To Prevent the Viet Cong from Becoming Too Powerful in the South