Question

What was the MAIN reason Richard Nixon traveled to China in 1972? A) to oversee the end of China's war with Taiwan B) to prevent China from boycotting the Summer Olympics C) to negotiate the release of 52 Americans taken hostage there D) to normalize relations between the U.S. and China's government

Answer 1

His main reason was to normalize relations between the US and China’s government. Answer D)

Answer 2

Answer:  D) to normalize relations between the U.S. and China's government

Explanation: Richard Nixon was the first U.S. President to travel to the People's Republic of China in 1972. He did this in an attempt to normalize relations between the U.S. and China's government. His goal was achieved, as relations between the two countries improved dramatically.