Which of the Following Best Describes America's Efforts to Become

Which of the following best describes America's efforts to become a naval power from the 1890s to the 1920s?

A) Although much progress was made the United States barely kept pace with other world powers.
B) With the assistance of Congress the United States manufactured more naval vessels than any other country.
C) Despite the assistance of many politicians the Navy did not grow during this era.
D) Although the American Navy grew it failed to be an effective force against the Spanish.