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Which country did the United States purchase Alaska from?

Retry Correct Incorrect Russia had a presence in Alaska starting in the 18th century, but in 1867, the Russian Empire decided to sell the whole region to the United States for $7.2 million, which is worth around $130 million today.

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Which country did the United States purchase Alaska from?

• Canada
• England
• Japan
• Russia