7. Which would be consistent with one of President Wilson's 14 points a The formation of new, independent states from European colonies b. The permanent separation of East and West Germany A secret military lace with the United States and France d. An increase in American tariff rates to keep out German goods

a. The formation of new, independent states from European colonies

Explanation:

During the peace negotiations of World War 1, United States President Woodrow Wilson made a fourteen (14) points principles in 1918. The fourteen principles were aimed to reach peace among the warring nations. However, considering the options listed in the question, the right answer is option A. "The formation of new, independent states from European colonies."

This is evident in point 7 relating to Belgium sovereignty, point 10 relating to people of Austria-Hungary sovereignty, point 12 relating to the Turkish part of the Ottoman Empire, and then point 13 relating to the independent Polish state.

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