Why did the United States want an open door policy with China?
A. To take over Chinese trade from European nations
B. To increase trade with China
C. To expand the U.S. sphere of influence
D. To secure special trading privileges
B. To increase trade with China
The open door policy was intended to give all countries equal access to trade opportunities in China, rather than allowing one or a few countries to dominate trade. This would benefit the United States by allowing for increased trade with China.