In the text application "The Hunt for Red October,"Captain Marco Ramius was criticized by his co-conspirators for his decision to inform Admiral Yuri Padorin of his intention to defect. This strategic move by Ramius is an example of:
A) Burning bridges.
B) Brinksmanship.
C) Closing doors.
D) Bluffing.
E) Scorched earth.

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Burning bridges refers to taking actions that prevent one from returning to a previous state or position, which is what Ramius did by informing Admiral Padorin of his intention to defect, making it impossible to return to his former life in the Soviet Union.

In the Text Application "The Hunt for Red October,"Captain Marco