The condition that results when each state's increase in military capability is matched by the others, resulting in no significant gain in security for any one state is known as
A) the security dilemma.
B) mutually assured destruction.
C) coercive diplomacy.
D) balance of power.

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The security dilemma occurs when states increase their military capabilities to enhance their security, but this leads other states to do the same, resulting in no net gain in security for any state.

The Condition That Results When Each State's Increase in Military