Although Seldom Used, Preemptive Attacks Have Become Part of U

question 84

Multiple Choice

Although seldom used, preemptive attacks have become part of U.S. military policy to prevent

• A) WMD attacks.
• B) military casualties.
• C) allies from supporting terrorism.
• D) Osama bin Laden from escaping.

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A brain structure that acts as a relay station for sensory information, excluding smell, to the cerebral cortex.

Amygdala

A part of the brain's limbic system involved in emotion regulation, especially fear and the processing of emotional memories.

Galvanic Skin Response

Galvanic Skin Response is a method of measuring the electrical resistance of the skin, which varies with its moisture level; often used to gauge emotional arousal.

Autonomic Arousal

The physical response of the autonomic nervous system to stimuli, which can include increased heart rate, sweating, and other involuntary actions as a result of emotions such as fear or excitement.