In Making the Decision to Use the Atomic Bomb on Japan

question 44

Multiple Choice

In making the decision to use the atomic bomb on Japan, the United States dealt with which of these situations?

• 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) both a and b
• E) both a and c

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Definitions:

Price-Fixing Agreement

An arrangement between competitors to set prices at a certain level, rather than allowing them to be determined by natural market forces, often considered illegal.

Per Se Violation

An act that is considered illegal in itself, without needing to prove harm or malicious intent, usually in antitrust law.

Foreign Firm

A business entity that is incorporated or based in a country other than where it is conducting business.

Monopoly Power

The exclusive control by one company over an entire industry or sector, allowing it to manipulate market prices and conditions.