Iwill give 20 points

which statement illustrates how national interest shapes u. s. economic
foreign policy?
a. the united states uses military force to prove that it is stronger
than other countries.
b. the united states supports human rights to maintain its status as
the world's moral leader.
c. the united states promotes free trade to cause other nations to
become less self-sufficient.
d. the united states restricts trade in order to protect american
workers from competing with lower-paid foreign workers.

The United States supports human rights to maintain its status as

Explanation:

The United States is the largest economic and military power in the world, being the most important player in global geopolitics. The US led the consolidation of capitalism and democracy in most countries. In addition, the US takes the lead in protecting human rights. The 1787 American Constitution was the starting point since it already sets out essential guarantees for American citizens. After the Second World War, the United States played a leading role in the formation of the UN and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

The United States therefore works to encourage and ensure, as far as possible, that human rights are respected around the world. This contributes to maintaining its status as a world leader.