plss help 50 points and brainlist
What was the key difference between the consequences faced by the United States and the Soviet Union after the Cold War?

A. The Soviet Union surrendered most of their territories, while the United States colonized much of central Europe.

B. The Soviet Union benefited from their arms build-up, while the United States had to dismantle its arms program.

C. The United States improved its global standing, while the Soviet Union faced economic and political ruin.

D. The United States lost allies while the Soviet Union gained allies.