Question

which strategic advantage might a country gain from following a policy of détente?

• dominance over its weaker neighbors
• extra money due to holding down military costs
• victory in the space race
• assurance that it would win the arms race

Explanation:

Détente is a policy of reducing tensions between nations, often involving reduced military spending. Dominance over neighbors is not related to détente. Victory in the space race or assurance of winning the arms race go against the idea of reducing tensions (détente aims to ease conflicts, not compete aggressively in space/arms). Reducing military costs (by decreasing military spending during détente) would free up extra money, so this option fits.

Answer:

B. extra money due to holding down military costs