In the iran–contra affair, why were weapons sold to iran, which was designated a state sponsor of terrorism in 1984? check all that apply.

1.to support moderate factions in the iranian government
2.to undermine communist influence in iran
3.to gain the release of u. s. hostages in the middle east
4.to support iran in the iran–iraq war
5.to try to gain influence in iran

i have previously asked this one before but did not receive correct answer choices. this one confuses me quite a bit because, the way i this arms deal was meant to secretly fund the contras in guatemala but that isn't any of my choices here. if i had to guess, i'd say numbers 1, 2, and 5. your thoughts?