Following the end of World War II, modernization was thought to be the path on which all nations, even former colonies, would do best. One underlying rationale that helped foster this idea was that modernization, and by extension, development, was considered to be .

the natural path of economic development

Explanation:

After the second world, developing nations attained independence from their colonial masters, one of the reasons behind independence movements in colonies was that colonization stunted economic growth. There were different economic movements after this time to ensure independence(apart from humanitarian needs) didn't also mean failure for these nations. Modernization in this time was considered a tool for this economic development amongst various nations.

although world war i began in 1914, the united states did not join the war until 1917. the additional firepower, resources, and soldiers of the u.s. to tip the balance of the war in favor of the allies. remaining neutral. when war broke out in 1914, the united states had a policy of neutrality.

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