How did the Gulf of Tonkin incident contribute to the escalation of tensions in Vietnam? It caused the United States to fear for the safety of its troops.
o It was one of the deadliest incidents of the Vietnam conflict.
o It made the North Vietnamese upset about being falsely accused.
It prevented U. S. ships from returning to South Vietnam.

The third explanation.

Explanation:

Subsequently proved to be based on false claims, the Gulf of Tonkin incident led to a rapid and significant escalation of US involvement in Vietnam. Thus it is understandable that the North Vietnamese were upset about being falsely accused.

explanation:

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