The risk that developed during the Cold War in which the existence of nuclear weapons would serve as an incentive to strike first is referred to as
A) crisis stability.
B) nuclear deterrence.
C) nuclear defense.
D) security dilemma.

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Crisis stability refers to the situation where the presence of nuclear weapons creates an incentive to strike first to avoid being struck, as both sides may fear that waiting could lead to a disadvantage.

The Risk That Developed During the Cold War in Which