Although the Obama administration favors diplomacy in international affairs, it has shown a ...

Although the Obama administration favors diplomacy in international affairs, it has shown a willingness to use hard power in __________.
 
  a. Afghanistan
  b. China
  c. North Korea
  d. Russia

Question -2-

Why did the Bush Administration back away from the Bush Doctrine only three years after announcing it?
 
  a. The administration realized that a multilateral approach could reduce tensions with other Middle Eastern nations.
  b. The administration bowed to pressure from the United Nations.
  c. The administration felt that its objectives under the Bush Doctrine had been achieved.
  d. The administration decided a unilateral approach would best serve U.S. national security interests.