Nixon's Goal in Seeking Improved Relations with China in 1972

Nixon's goal in seeking improved relations with China in 1972 was to

A) try to take the Soviet Union's place as China's closest ally.
B) have a chance to visit China during his administration.
C) drive a further wedge between China and the Soviet Union.
D) be able to invite the Chinese table tennis team to the United States.
E) try to convince the Chinese to trade with the United States and help cut trade protections between the two countries.