Multiple choice general knowledge

In context with the Vietnam War, the following statements holds correct?

  1. The US backed North Vietnam side and USSR was neutral

  2. The US backed South Vietnam side and USSR was neutral

  3. The US backed South Vietnam side and USSR backed North Vietnam side

  4. The US backed North Vietnam side and USSR backed South Vietnam side

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The US supported South Vietnam (anti-communist) while the USSR backed North Vietnam (communist) in this Cold War proxy conflict. This aligns with the broader US containment policy against Soviet-backed communist expansion.