Which of the Following Is an Example of Deterrence

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of deterrence?

• A)The Soviet Union cutting off trade with Western countries so that they could not use economic sanctions as leverage in arms agreements
• B)The United States threatening to attack Iran if it did not cease developing nuclear weapons
• C)The Soviet Union placing missiles in Cuba so that it could threaten the United States
• D)China attacking when the United States sent troops into North Korea during the Korean War

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Definitions:

Energy Currency

A term often referring to ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate), the primary molecule used to store and transfer energy within cells.

Phosphate Bonds

High-energy chemical bonds found in many biological molecules such as ATP, which release energy when broken.

Chemical Work

The process of using and converting chemical energy to perform tasks within a cell, such as synthesizing biomolecules.

Mechanical Work

The transfer of energy that occurs when a force is applied to an object causing it to move.