Question

which of the following best describes nuclear deterrence? a belief that a nuclear war would have no winner. the idea that no nuclear weapon was as strong as armed forces. the idea that the threat of nuclear war was enough to stop an attack. the competition to acquire more and deadlier weapons.

Explanation:

Nuclear deterrence is the strategy where the threat of using nuclear - weapons is sufficient to prevent an adversary from launching an attack. It relies on the fear of the devastating consequences of a nuclear war.

Answer:

C. the idea that the threat of nuclear war was enough to stop an attack