What were the main reasons for a small U.S. military presence in Panama during the 1920s? A. to complete unfinished construction projects and protect the efforts of foreign missionaries B. to prevent bordering countries from invading the Canal Zone and establishing naval bases C. to act against threats to the Canal Zone and protect U.S. economic interests D. to provide support for the governments of corrupt dictators and train a new national army

C. to act against threats to the Canal Zone and protect U.S. economic interests