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Turning Points in the Pacific

Question 2 of 3 • Learning Lab - US History B-CR (26-27)

Which of the following arguments decided the debate over using the atomic bomb against Japan in 1945?

Answer
A
Using the bomb would destroy the armaments still available to Japanese forces in Japan.
B
Using the bomb would demonstrate the power of the United States to the entire world.
C
Using the bomb would shorten the war and avoid heavy casualties among invading troops.
D
Using the bomb would enable Allied forces to invade and take over the Japanese mainland.
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