Which of the following best describes how the United States and the Soviet Union sought to maintain influence in light of the themes described in the memorandum?

A) Each sought to decrease tension among its allies through arms-reduction discussions.
B) Each oversaw the formation of a military-alliance system for protection from the other.
C) Each transparently disclosed its social and governmental activities to the world.
D) Each relied on its powerful economy to ensure the loyalty of its allies.