When Japan invaded Manchuria in 1939 to make up for its own lack of resources, the invasion and the subsequent occupation exemplify which of the following?
A)Power transition theory
B)Economic imperialism
C)Expected utility theory
D)Cognitive dissonance

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Japan's invasion of Manchuria in 1931 (not 1939) was primarily driven by the desire to access the region's rich natural resources, making it an example of economic imperialism. This was a strategic move to secure resources Japan lacked, such as iron and coal, to fuel its industrial expansion.

When Japan Invaded Manchuria in 1939 to Make Up for Its