Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Are Especially Effective at Strengthening

question 12

Multiple Choice

Weapons of mass destruction (WMD) are especially effective at strengthening deterrence because they

• A) are useful under any war situation.
• B) increase the damage that can be inflicted on an attacker.
• C) are inexpensive and easy to use.
• D) even the playing field because all actors have a WMD arsenal.

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