Question

why would trying some of japans top military leaders for war crimes trials help accomplish the overall goal of demilitarizing japan? it would cause japan to stop fighting and surrender. it would force japanese soldiers to turn in their guns it would weaken the prestige of japans military.

Explanation:

Trying top - military leaders for war crimes undermines the military's status and influence, which is part of demilitarization. It doesn't directly make Japan stop fighting or force soldiers to turn in guns.

Answer:

It would weaken the prestige of Japan's military.