Richard Nixon's Policy of Détente

question 23

Multiple Choice

Richard Nixon's policy of détente

• A) was designed to improve relations between the Soviet Union and China.
• B) increased diplomatic tensions with the Soviet Union, but relaxed diplomatic tensions with China.
• C) was a failure.
• D) found support in the Democratic party but not the Republican party.
• E) ushered in an era of relaxed tensions between the United States and the two leading communist powers, China and the Soviet Union.

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Definitions:

Progress

Forward or onward movement towards achieving specific goals, improvements, or developments.

Effective Negotiators

Individuals who can successfully navigate discussions to reach agreements that benefit their own interests as well as those of other parties.

Win-Win

A negotiation or outcome of a conflict where all parties involved receive beneficial or satisfying results, fostering cooperation and positive relationships.

Compromising

involves finding a middle ground or mutual concessions between conflicting parties or interests to reach a resolution or agreement.