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The concept of 'Manifest Destiny' in the 19th century was primarily used to justify which U.S. policy?

A Ending slavery in the western territories.
B Promoting industrial growth in the Northeast.
C Expanding U.S. territory across the North American continent.
D Establishing trade agreements with European powers.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Manifest Destiny was the belief that the United States was divinely ordained to expand its dominion and spread democracy across the North American continent, justifying westward expansion and territorial acquisitions.

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