Use the table to anweetions 24-25 READING A CHART U.S. Military Personnel Assign

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Use the table to anweetions 24-25 READING A CHART U.S. Military Personnel Assigned in Vietnam as of December 31 Year Total 23,300 1965 184,300 1966 385,300 485,600 536,100 1969 475,200 1970 334,600 1971 156,800 24,200 Net Change +7,000 +161,000 +201,000 +100,300 +50,500 -68,200 -140,600 -177,800 -132,600 1964 1967 1968 1972 Source: DOD/OASD How did the 1964 Gulf of Tonkin Resolution affect the number of personnel assigned in Vietnam? A. It greatly reduced the number of U.S. troops in Vietnam. B. It drastically increased the number of U.S. troops in Vietnam. C. It had no effect on the number of personnel assigned in Vietnam. D. It made millions of Americans sign up for the Selective Service. 24.

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Question 24

1964 Gulf of Tonkin Resolution has authorized the President of United States to take any measure deemed necessary for maintaining peace and security in Southeast Asia. This involves deployment of military personnel as well.

After passing of this resolution, United States has deployed combat troops in Vietnam as well.

So, the 1964 Gulf of Tonkin Resolution has drastically increased the number of US troops in Vietnam.

The given table also supports this as it can be seen that troops deplyoed has increased from 23,300 in December 31, 1964 to 184,300 in December 31, 1965.

Hence, the correct answer is the option (B).

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