As an imperial power, the United States successfully

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The United States expanded its military and economic influence in Asia and the Western Hemisphere as part of its imperialistic policies. While it did acquire colonies, such as Puerto Rico and the Philippines, it did not rule over one-fourth of the world's population as option D suggests. Option C is incorrect as the US did not consistently support self-government and civil rights in its colonies, as seen in the treatment of the Filipino people. Option A is partially correct, but not the most significant aspect of the US's imperial power. Option E is incorrect as the US did not expand its control to Africa in the same way it did in Asia and Latin America.

As an Imperial Power, the United States Successfully