Why might it be incorrect, or at least misleading, to compare the U.S. to the British empire at the peak of its global power?
a. The U.S. has global power and influence, but is not a traditional empire, with direct control over territories, and cannot afford to act unilaterally.
b. The U.S. can afford to go it alone, as was demonstrated conclusively by the 2003 invasion of Iraq, but it is not a traditional empire
c. It has less power resources than Britain did, but more direct control over certain territories.
d. It has more power resources than Britain did, but often cannot afford to act unilaterally.
Answer: A
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