Ronald reagan convinced many americans that he would: a. use higher taxes to increase u. s. military power and influence b. limit government regulation and promote economic growth c. focus on increasing public welfare and regulating the economy

B. limit government regulation and promote economic growth.

So the US was suffering from a lot economic turmoil and that was the primary focus for Reagan, especially during his first term. He mentioned in his inaugural speech that he would limit the role of government in the economy and promote private enterprise, this in turn would stimulate the economy.

Reducing federal spending