The theory of came out of the policy of deterrence. It held that if the forces of two nations were equally capable of destroying each other, neither nation would take a chance on war.

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The theory described is "mutually assured destruction," which is based on the idea that if two nations have the capability to destroy each other with nuclear weapons, neither will initiate conflict due to the guaranteed mutual destruction.

The Theory of Came Out of the Policy of Deterrence