Weapons of mass destruction (WMD) are especially effective at strengthening deterrence because they
A) are useful under any war situation.
B) increase the damage that can be inflicted on an attacker.
C) are inexpensive and easy to use.
D) even the playing field because all actors have a WMD arsenal.

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Weapons of mass destruction increase the damage that can be inflicted on an attacker, making the consequences of an attack more severe and thus strengthening deterrence. Options A, C, and D are not correct as they do not accurately describe the effectiveness of WMD in strengthening deterrence.

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Are Especially Effective at Strengthening