(MC)The diagram below includes points that describe the rationale for dropping atomic bombs on Japan: Avoid
casualties
caused by
invasion
Justify
huge cost
to
American
public
?
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Why would "intimidate Soviets at the start of the Cold War" complete this diagram?
A. Dropping the bomb would encourage the Soviets to develop atomic weapons.
B. Dropping the bomb would convince the Soviets of U. S. military superiority.
C. Dropping the bomb would cause the Soviets to retreat from Korea.
D. Dropping the bomb would cause the Soviets to abandon communism.