Why was america's image in latin america tarnished?

Brazil to Mexico: Latin America's image problem. Infiltration of organized crime in Mexico's local police forces and controversies surrounding the highest levels of government have tarnished the country's image as a model reformer. Argentina is still reeling after its recent default.

They resented U.S. involvement as Yankee imperialism, and animosity against their large neighbor to the North grew dramatically.

Explanation:

By the end of the 20th century, the United States would send troops of invasion to Latin America over 35 times, establishing an undisputed sphere of influence throughout the hemisphere.

i believe your answer is d)

(b) britain had a much larger navy than the u.s.

(d) the u.s. had a small army compared to britain.