In Making the Decision to Use the Atomic Bomb on Japan

question 35

Multiple Choice

In making the decision to use the atomic bomb on Japan, the United States dealt with all of these considerations EXCEPT

• A) The Japanese had throughout the war shown fierce resistance and determination.
• B) Some analysts suggested American casualties during an invasion of Japan might rise to 200,000.
• C) Some who were against dropping the bombs believed that the Japanese were on the verge of surrendering.
• D) The Japanese had already fought very bloody battles trying to hang on to other islands.
• E) None of the options are correct.

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