1. The conference as described in the first and second paragraphs is best explained in the context of which of the following developments in the aftermath of the Second World War?
A The development of regional free-trade agreements
B The intensification of ethnic rivalries in Africa
C The spread of industrial methods of production
D The dissolution of European empires
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latin america is a region of racial and cultural diversity.  it is a group of countries and dependencies in the americas where romance languages are predominant. the term originated in 19th century france as amérique latine to consider french-speaking territories in the americas along with the larger group of countries where spanish and portuguese languages prevailed.

explanation:

the correct answer option is: weapons.

explanation:

tensions rose as the two opposing superpowers competed for 'weapons'.

referring to the cold war (1945-1991), the two superpowers, usa and ussr, experienced a phase of struggle and conflict with each other. these two superpowers considered each other as a threat to their survival and thus opted for policies to strengthen their positions.

the two superpowers never went to war with each other directly but competed for weapons to preserve their positions.