Some say that the battle of new orleans could have been prevented. which statement below best explains why the battle took place?

1.the british wanted to sign a treaty but could not get the americans to agree to its terms.
2.the americans wanted to sign a treaty with britain but britain refused.
3.a treaty had been signed, but it took weeks for the information to reach the soldiers.
4.the treaty had been signed; however, both parties refused to recongnize it.